GMP Cleanroom 3rd Shift
About The Position
The Cleanroom Technician is responsible for maintaining the integrity of pharmaceutical production environments by cleaning and sanitizing GMP-controlled laboratories, controlled areas, and support spaces where medications are produced. The role follows contamination-control protocols, specialized cleaning procedures, current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Good Documentation Practices (GDP). The technician wears required cleanroom personal protective equipment (PPE) and performs routine, scheduled, and corrective sanitization to prevent cross-contamination and address microbial contamination excursions. The position includes using cleanroom-rated equipment and approved disinfectants, maintaining cleaning records and supply inventories, and coordinating schedules with Manufacturing, Quality, and GMP Operations teams. Work may include weekends, holidays, and overtime as required. Employees must pass a criminal-history background check. The position offers compensation of $23.76–$27.95; the amount offered depends on factors including location, collective bargaining coverage, experience, and qualifications.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 1 year of experience in a biopharmaceutical GMP-controlled environment; cleanroom sanitization experience is preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise work instructions.
- Excellent attendance and reliability.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong organization and record-keeping skills.
- Ability to lift and move more than 50 pounds frequently.
- Proficiency with basic business computer applications.
- Professional demeanor and customer service orientation.
- Ability to work fully gowned in cleanroom PPE for extended periods.
- Ability to perform sanitization activities using ceiling mops, wall mops, floor mops, and wipers.
- No makeup, nail polish, or jewelry may be worn in GMP process areas.
- Successfully pass a background check, including criminal history.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in cleanroom sanitization.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine and periodic sanitization of cleanroom environments, including laboratories, controlled areas, and support spaces.
- Sanitize floors using cleanroom-rated equipment and disinfectants.
- Clean doors, frames, partitions, and glass surfaces with isopropyl alcohol (IPA).
- Vacuum using cleanroom-rated vacuums.
- Replace tack mats and clean beneath them.
- Sanitize ceilings, walls, and vents using approved cleanroom tools.
- Follow SOPs and GDP requirements and accurately record cleaning activities.
- Complete electronic cleaning logs and review them daily for compliance.
- Rotate and apply disinfectants according to established sanitization schedules.
- Maintain the organization and inventory of sanitization supplies, gowning articles, and disinfectants.
- Coordinate cleaning schedules with Manufacturing, Quality, and GMP Operations teams to support production timelines.
- Participate in required training on disinfectant use, cleanroom equipment, and safety procedures.
- Follow EHS guidelines and consistently wear full cleanroom PPE.
- Promptly report facility or equipment issues, such as clogged drains, damaged flooring, or lighting defects, to supervisors.
- Remove waste and sanitize receptacles in GMP areas.
- Perform additional sanitization or corrective cleaning as directed to address microbial contamination excursions.
- Work flexible schedules, including weekends, holidays, and overtime, as required.
Benefits
- Eligible employees may enroll in health, vision, and dental insurance.
- Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.
- Retirement savings plans.
- Life and disability insurance programs.
- Paid and unpaid time away from work.
- Competitive pay.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
