GMP Cleaner

Servicon•San Diego, CA

About The Position

GMP Cleaner team members perform routine cleaning and audit production and facility spaces to help maintain safe, sanitary work environments that meet or exceed regulatory requirements. The role supports clients’ Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) product and quality safety by cleaning and sanitizing processing equipment, utensils, machines, and facilities in accordance with standard operating procedures and FDA requirements. The position uses cleaning chemicals, disinfectants, and specialized equipment while following chemical-safety, personal protective equipment, and documentation procedures. Cleaners maintain sanitation schedules and records in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP), and may train new employees. The role requires wearing clean-room attire throughout the shift and performing physical cleaning tasks across facility areas and equipment.

Requirements

Ability to wear a clean-room suit (bunny suit) for the entire shift.
Ability to stand and walk for most of the work shift.
Ability to work at different heights, climb ladders and stairs, and assemble and disassemble equipment.
Ability to read and communicate in English sufficiently to understand operating procedures, chemical-cleaner and solvent label instructions, and SDS sheets.
Customer-service orientation and professional conduct.
Self-starter who is motivated, works well on a team, and can prioritize work.
Ability to work independently and productively and accept direction.
Strong organization and record-keeping abilities.
Ability to accept change and work in a team-based environment.
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Maintain required GMP-area restrictions: no makeup, nail polish, or jewelry.
Demonstrate focus on safety and quality for self and others.
Understand the importance of effective recordkeeping, following procedures, and communication.
Willingness to ensure routine work is completed and adapt to unexpected needs with limited or no supervision.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing, aerospace, or pharmaceutical work environment that fostered collaboration and teamwork.
At least one year of sanitation experience in a GMP environment or aerospace.
Continuous-improvement mindset, including curiosity and creativity.

Responsibilities

Clean and sanitize processing equipment, utensils, machines, machine parts, and facility areas to maintain cGMP product and quality safety.
Wear required personal protective equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Participate in required training on sanitization disinfectants and equipment.
Use cleaning chemicals safely and follow chemical-handling procedures, including appropriate dilution and usage.
Empty, clean, and remove waste receptacles to designated areas, and damp-wipe receptacles; waste may include recyclables, perishables, and biohazard materials.
Vacuum and sanitize floors, drains, walls, ceilings, and shelves using appropriate tools and equipment.
Maintain records and data tracking in accordance with Good Documentation Practices and complete the designated sanitation schedule.
Clean machines and machine parts using chemicals, manual methods, high-pressure hoses, spraying, and/or scrubbing.
Clean under tacky mats and replace them as needed.
Follow sanitation procedures and client SOPs to ensure compliance with SOP and FDA requirements.
Document cleaning times, chemical dates, and lot numbers according to client SOPs.
May train new employees.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.