Environmental Support Technician
 JLL | |
 United States, California, Thousand Oaks | |
 Nov 15, 2024 | |
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Job DescriptionEnvironmental Support Technician
The GMP Environmental Support Technician works in activities associated with the sanitization of controlled areas in accordance with internal procedures, protocols, and cGMP's. The incumbent will follow all applicable standard operation procedures (SOP), guidelines and policies to ensure sanitary conditions are maintained, that appropriate room and equipment sanitization records are neat and accurate, and that professional behavior is displayed within the controlled areas. The incumbent plays a critical role in assuring sanitary conditions of the controlled areas is maintained to manufacture biopharmaceuticals. Job Requirements: This position requires strict adherence to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), established cleaning practices and procedures, and compliance with quality standards and regulations. The purpose of the cleaning and sanitization program is to control microbial contamination and to serve as a corrective action for the loss of control for viable excursion contamination. Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) must be followed and strictly enforced to ensure acceptable environmental monitoring results of the cleaned GMP environment. This is a full time, non-exempt position. This position requires to work on a Saturday or a Sunday. The incumbent may be required to work weekends, holidays, and overtime if required. Essential Functions: Perform sanitization and cleaning per governing SOPs in GMP spaces Responsible for verifying that the proper sanitization disinfectant rotation is followed and that the proper sanitization disinfectant is used for each cleaning assignment Responsible for completing required GMP documentation to ensure records are properly and accurately maintained Responsible for disposal of waste from GMP manufacturing process area waste receptacles on a daily basis Responsible for ordering general sanitization supplies Responsible for organization and upkeep of sanitization supply areas Responsible to participate in cycle counting and inventory of sanitization supplies and gowning articles in order to maintain inventory levels for timely reordering Other Responsibilities Include: Collaborate with Manufacturing, GMP Operations Manager, and Quality teams to manage schedules necessary to clean the GMP controlled environment and support areas to comply with GMP requirements Participate in required training on the use of sanitization disinfectants and equipment Strictly follow Standard Operating Procedures Follow cGMPs as outlined in 21 CFR Part 211 Must pass a sterile gowning qualification test in order to enter and sanitize the GMP process rooms Control what enters the GMP process areas Sanitization activities will be performed with ceiling mops, wall mops, floor mops, and wipers Understands and follows proper solvent handling procedures (EHS) and personal protective equipment (PPE) Performs related duties as assigned Skills In: Accurate GMP documentation and sign off on work performed with an emphasis on Good Documentation Practices (GDPs) Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing Ability to read, write and understand documentation in English Ability to work in a team environment and independently Establish and maintaining collaborative working relationships with internal and external customers Providing excellent customer service with both internal and external customers Knowledge of: Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) is a plus but not required Good Documentation Practices (GDP) is a plus but not required Company policies and practices, including safety rules and regulations Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent Prior experience of cleaning a biopharmaceutical GMP controlled environment is a plus but not required English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation Business computer hardware and software applications Attention to detail is required Excellent attendance record Must follow work instructions Physical Requirements and Working Environment: No make-up, nail polish, and/or jewelry may be worn in the GMP process areas Incumbent is subject to extended periods of standing, walking, pushing and pulling, bending and crouching, climbing, and lifting of equipment and/or materials weighing up to 50 pounds Continuous mental and visual attention to manufacturing functions Continuous standing and walking throughout work day Majority of time spent in ISO 8 (Class 100K) or ISO 7 (Class 10K) cleanroom, fully gowned including head covering, facemask, gloves, plant shoes, safety glasses/goggles and/or face shield Working in the ancillary support space adjacent to the ISO areas described above to ensure cleanliness | |