Environmental Monitoring Technician, 2nd shift

Responsibilities

• Perform regular environmental monitoring activities, including air quality sampling, water quality testing, gas sampling, and surface swabbing, in accordance with established procedures and protocols.
• Collect samples from various locations within the manufacturing plant following proper sampling techniques and safety guidelines.
• Assist production operations by conducting environmental monitoring of batching processes.
• Maintain grade A, B, C, and D production areas through regular environmental monitoring, including routine sampling of water and gas at specified intervals.
• Utilize air samplers to conduct both viable and non-viable air monitoring.
• Operate production equipment as required for sampling water and gas utilities.
• Perform basic laboratory duties and fulfill other assigned responsibilities as needed.
• Use LIMS software to create labels, collect & submit QC samples to the labs.
• Document and record all monitoring data accurately and comprehensively, maintaining detailed records for regulatory compliance and internal reporting purposes.
• Participate in environmental training programs and initiatives to stay abreast of relevant regulations, industry best practices, and emerging technologies.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures while performing environmental monitoring activities, prioritizing personal and team safety at all times.

Requirements

• Perform regular environmental monitoring activities, including air quality sampling, water quality testing, gas sampling, and surface swabbing, in accordance with established procedures and protocols.
• Collect samples from various locations within the manufacturing plant following proper sampling techniques and safety guidelines.
• Assist production operations by conducting environmental monitoring of batching processes.
• Maintain grade A, B, C, and D production areas through regular environmental monitoring, including routine sampling of water and gas at specified intervals.
• Utilize air samplers to conduct both viable and non-viable air monitoring.
• Operate production equipment as required for sampling water and gas utilities.
• Perform basic laboratory duties and fulfill other assigned responsibilities as needed.
• Use LIMS software to create labels, collect & submit QC samples to the labs.
• Document and record all monitoring data accurately and comprehensively, maintaining detailed records for regulatory compliance and internal reporting purposes.
• Participate in environmental training programs and initiatives to stay abreast of relevant regulations, industry best practices, and emerging technologies.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures while performing environmental monitoring activities, always prioritizing personal and team safety.

Physical Job Requirements

• The ability to move freely within the manufacturing plant, including walking, standing, bending, and kneeling for extended periods.
• Capable of lifting and carrying equipment and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Handling and manipulating sampling equipment, tools, and materials with precision and accuracy.
• Adequate hearing to discern auditory signals, alarms, and verbal instructions in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret gauges, meters, and labels, as well as distinguish colors for testing purposes.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, including respirators, as necessary for environmental monitoring activities.
• Endurance to perform physical tasks and activities continuously throughout the shift, often in varied environmental conditions.
• Capability to ascend and descend ladders or stairs to access monitoring sites or equipment installations.
• Comfort working in confined spaces or at heights as required for certain monitoring tasks.

Pay

Competitive total compensation with an exceptional range of flexible benefits, personal support, and tailored learning and development opportunities. Base salary range is $50,000 to $65,000, with a 10% pay differential for second shifts. Additional compensation includes an annual bonus based on competitive incentive targets. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare, a 401(k) plan with company match, disability coverage, life insurance, wellness benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and paid holidays.

Schedule

The role will be located in Parsippany, NJ.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) with a premium differential to be paid by employees.
• 401(k) plan and company match.
• Short and long-term disability coverage.
• Basic life insurance.
• Wellness benefits.
• Reimbursement for certain tuition expenses.
• Sick time frontloaded yearly of 40 hours, or higher if state or local law requires.
• Vacation time for full time employees to accrue between 112.5 and 150 hours yearly in the first four (4) years of employment, and additional accruals starting in the fifth (5th) year of employment.
• 12 to 13 paid holidays per year.
• Paid parental leave subject to a minimum period of employment at Ferring.

Company Information

Ferring is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local laws.