Quality Environmental Monitoring Specialist

Job Title: Quality Environmental Monitoring Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking a Quality Environmental Monitoring Specialist to join our team on the first shift. This role is pivotal in ensuring the cleanliness and safety of our cleanrooms and controlled areas through rigorous environmental monitoring and adherence to quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform environmental monitoring of cleanrooms and controlled areas, including viable air, non-viable particles, critical surface monitoring, and personnel monitoring.

• Collect routine environmental samples, including surfaces, air, and water.

• Maintain accurate and complete documentation of sampling information and results in compliance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).

• Label environmental samples appropriately and submit them to the laboratory via LIMS.

• Submit finished good products for additional testing.

• Review and perform trending on environmental monitoring results.

• Adhere to internal quality procedures related to proper gowning, hygiene, and microbial control to maintain cleanliness within cleanrooms.

• Assist in the development and implementation of processes, reports, data analysis, and procedures within the defined area.

Essential Skills

• High school graduate or GED required.

• Associate or bachelor's degree in biology, microbiology, or a science-related field preferred.

• 0 to 2 years of work experience within a manufacturing environment, with GMP experience preferred.

• Attention to detail in relation to sampling techniques, with previous experience with environmental monitoring and aseptic technique preferred.

• Strong time management skills, communication skills, and critical thinking skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with LIMS or submission of samples to a laboratory.

• Experience working with aseptic technique within an FDA-regulated environment.

• Past participation in regulatory audits (FDA, ISO, etc.).

Work Environment

This position operates on the 1st shift from 8:00am-4:30pm. The role is part of a Quality Assurance team consisting of 7 people, including 6 QA Engineers. You will also collaborate with 9-10 Quality Control team members conducting in-process testing and visual inspections.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Waukegan, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Waukegan,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 15, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.