Environmental Monitoring Training Coordinator

About the role

Assists in the management and coordination of Environmental Monitoring (EM) training programs for EM personnel. Manages training certifications, folders, and forms. Facilitates training sessions on fundamental tasks such as general job knowledge, Water for Injection sampling, and plate reads.

Responsibilities

• Manages and prepares training in accordance with the training timetable.
• Establishes a constructive learning environment and relationship with trainees to encourage advice seeking and maximize learning opportunities.
• Provides EM Management with regular feedback on trainee progress, including progress, scheduling concerns, and areas of improvement.
• Oversight of trainings performed by shift supervisors, trainers, and management.
• Verifies various certification forms and updates the training dashboard on SharePoint.
• Coordinates with the EM Gown Coordinator for the Gowning Certification Program.
• Utilizes strong grasp of EM sampling procedures, while maintaining knowledge of MODA, LabVantage, PowerBI, and all required EM paperwork.
• Aids in environmental excursion investigations and corrective action implementation, as needed.
• Aids in document revisions and/or change controls related to the Environmental Monitoring program, as needed.
• Communicates EM-related observations, issues, problems, discrepancies, and any violations of company policies or procedures to relevant managers or designees.

Qualifications

• Willingness to participate in training and gain other certifications, as needed.
• Great communication, documentation, and time management skills.
• Experience in general computer operation (including MS Word and MS Excel).
• Familiarity with non-viable particulate counter, Metasys, Viable air sampler, Aseptic gowning, and cGMPs and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent aseptic technique and expertise of cleanroom classifications (ISO 14644).
• Specific expertise, skills, and knowledge within microbiology gained through education and experience.
• The ability and willingness to change direction and focus to meet shifting organizational and business demands.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects or assignments at one time.
• The ability to create and contribute to a work environment that values people, encourages trust, teamwork, and open communication, and provides participation, learning, feedback and recognition.
• The ability to effectively manage one self, demonstrate integrity, be productive under pressure, and achieve development goals.
• The ability to take strategic objectives and accept accountability to drive results through effective actions.

Supplemental Functions

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

• Regionally accredited BS Degree with Pharmaceutical or related industry experience, preferred.
• Prior Environmental Monitoring and/or Pharmaceutical Industry experience required.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Heat, water, hazardous materials including biohazardous waste, laboratory chemicals, and other non-specified hazardous materials that are project specific.
• Requires bending, typing, lifting (up to 40 lbs.), standing, sitting, and walking throughout the facility.

Schedule

Monday thru Friday on an 8-hour shift, or as needed based on company demand.

Pay

Salary range: Based on experience.