Aseptic Technician 3rd Shift
Actalent · Fairfield, NJ · 1 mo ago
On-siteEngineering$23–$24/hrContract
About the role
This role focuses on supporting aseptic operations in ISO 6 and 7 cleanroom environments by cleaning, sterilizing, and maintaining glassware, medical components, and workstations in accordance with cGMP and standard operating procedures. The aseptic technician ensures that all processes meet strict quality and documentation standards while contributing to a safe, compliant, and growing pharmaceutical and biotech-focused operation on the 3rd shift.
Responsibilities
- Wash and prepare glassware and medical components using designated equipment, following established procedures.
- Work in ISO 6 and ISO 7 cleanroom environments while consistently wearing the required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Perform aseptic cleaning and sanitization of equipment, components, and designated areas to maintain sterile conditions.
- Maintain aseptic samples and ensure they are handled, stored, and documented in compliance with applicable procedures.
- Apply current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) in all daily activities and follow approved standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Monitor process systems and equipment to verify proper operation and promptly report any deviations or issues.
- Perform daily and weekly preventive maintenance tasks on assigned equipment and assist the maintenance team as needed.
- Participate in safety committees and strictly adhere to all safety rules, procedures, and regulations.
- Accurately complete all required documentation for each task, ensuring good documentation practices and data integrity.
- Clean, sanitize, and disinfect workstations before and after use to maintain a controlled and compliant environment.
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail and maintain high work accuracy in all tasks and records.
- Perform additional tasks and projects as assigned by the supervisor to support operational needs.
- Adapt to different processes and workflows depending on the project or client requirements, maintaining flexibility and reliability.
- Support continuous improvement and growth initiatives, including lab and facility expansion activities as needed.
Skills
- Experience working in aseptic environments, including use of aseptic techniques and sterilization practices.
- Practical experience in cleanroom operations, sanitization, and sterile processing.
- Industry experience of approximately 1–2 years in pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, or related cGMP environments is ideal.
- Working knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and ability to follow written standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Demonstrated good documentation practices, including accurate, legible, and timely completion of records.
- Basic computer skills with the ability to learn and use an internal, home-grown database system.
- Ability to monitor and operate process systems and equipment safely and effectively.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high accuracy in all tasks.
- Punctuality, reliability, and willingness to work and remain on the 3rd shift schedule.
- Flexibility and a strong work ethic, with a desire to grow and stay long term in the role.
Qualifications
- Prior experience in pharmaceutical, compounding pharmacy, medical device, or biotech environments