Environmental Monitoring Technician 1 - Grifols : Job Details

Grifols Environmental Monitoring Technician

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

Job Summary

Responsible for collecting environmental monitoring samples in the manufacturing processing areas including viable, non-viable, surface, personnel, water and gases as scheduled.

Essential Job Duties

• Collect environmental monitoring samples in the manufacturing processing areas including viable, non-viable, surface, personnel, water and gases as scheduled.
• Prepare equipment and supplies required for environmental monitoring.
• Share general responsibilities for monitoring equipment maintenance and calibration, housekeeping, and other support functions (e.g., inventory of consumables and reagents).
• Compile and enter data into computer database (i.e. SAP) to be used for reporting and trending purposes.
• Review test results against specifications.
• Maintain sample logs on a daily basis to ensure timely testing and tracking of all samples.
• Maintain instrument usage and calibration logs based on instrument usage during the preparation and testing of samples.
• Strict adherence to procedures and practices according to FDA regulations.
• Strong emphasis on documentation according to FDA regulations.
• Adhere to departmental corporate safety policies.

Job Requirements

Associate degree in Microbiology, Biology or closely related scientific discipline is required. Bachelor's degree preferred. Related experience in a pharmaceutical, GMP, or FDA regulated environment is preferred. Requires a basic understanding of the fundamentals of microbiology, aseptic techniques and environmental monitoring. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to make structured decisions on a routine basis. Must be proactive, results oriented, and have strong attention to detail. Self-starter with strong work ethic and the ability to exercise good judgment. Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks to meet targeted deadlines. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with personnel at all levels in a team environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in the English language. Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Must be flexible with working hours/shifts in order to accommodate the 24 hour, 7 day plant operation.

Compensation and Benefits

The estimated pay scale for the Environmental Monitoring Technician role based in Los Angeles, CA, is $23.00 - $26.00 per hour. Additionally, the position is eligible to participate in up to 5% of the company bonus pool. We offer a wide variety of benefits including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, up to 5% 401(K) match and tuition reimbursement. Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on education, experience, skillset, knowledge, where the role is performed, internal equity and market data. We are committed to offering our employees opportunities for professional growth and career progression.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws, including but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Location

NORTH AMERICA : USA : CA-Los Angeles:USVALLEY - Valley Bl Mfg Plant - LA, CA

Req ID

530973

Job Category

Quality