**Job Title:** Environmental Monitoring Specialist
This is an exciting opportunity to develop a career in environmental monitoring and quality control. As a dynamic professional, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene in a biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
The successful candidate will have a degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline, with relevant experience working in a cleanroom area or microbiology laboratory. Strong knowledge and practical application of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and proficiency in microbiology aseptic techniques and clean room behaviours are essential.
Your key responsibilities will include:
* Performing environmental monitoring in a biopharmaceutical ISO 8 manufacturing area
* Maintaining high aseptic standards by adhering to strict clean room behaviours and gowning procedures
* Carrying out routine sampling and incubation for Passive Air, Active Air and Surfaces
* Supporting investigations by completing ad-hoc sampling and swabbing
* Executing Non-viable and Viable analysis on Compressed Gas systems
* Sampling Ethanol points to monitor the Ethanol supply for manufacturing
* Monitoring water loops used by manufacturing by completing sampling of Water for Injection (WFI) and Clean Steam (CS) points
* Reporting and investigating anomalous or quality-related events, ensuring adherence to quality standards
* Supporting manufacturing activities by completing post-shutdown and response environmental monitoring
* Collaborating with team members to maintain a high-performing, customer-focused environmental monitoring programme
* Participating in continuous improvement initiatives and project work to enhance GMP processes
* Maintaining accurate and detailed documentation of all testing procedures and results
* Adhering to laboratory safety protocols and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines
We offer a strong remuneration package including base salary, shift allowance, and benefits. If you have a passion for quality and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.