QC Environmental Monitoring Technician Site Based, Redmond, WA

Job Title: QC Environmental Monitoring Technician

Location: Redmond WA main site will be weekly visiting our Seattle site.

Shift: Day: Monday to Friday with some flexible working as required.

About Us: this is who we are

At Just Evotec Biologics we believe that curiosity is the spark that drives innovation and success. As a forward-thinking team we thrive on challenging the status quo learning from each other and pushing the boundaries of whats possible. Were on a mission to create a place where curiosity isnt just encouragedits celebrated.

Are you someone who asks questions seeks answers and isnt afraid to go deeper #BeCureious with us and see where your curiosity can take you!

The Role: / your challenge in our journey

Were looking for a passionate and curious QC Environmental Monitoring Technician to join our team. If youre excited by new challenges solving complex problems and learning every step of the way you might just be the perfect this role youll have the opportunity to drive impactful projects collaborate with bright minds and explore uncharted territories.

As a QC Environmental Monitoring Technician at Just Evotec Biologics youll have the freedom to ask the hard questions think outside the box and find creative solutions that push us forward. Its a role where your curiosity will fuel both your personal growth and the success of the team.

Just is seeking a motivated and creative Environmental Monitoring (EM) Technician who desires a significant opportunity to improve worldwide access to biotherapeutics. The EM Technician will join a fast-paced collaborative and multidisciplinary Quality Control (QC) team. This position will be responsible for routine sampling of the controlled classified cleanrooms and critical utilities at the Seattle and Redmond WA GMP facilities. These efforts support GMP manufacturing activities for clinical and commercial biotherapeutic products. As a key member of the QC group the successful candidate will have excellent aseptic technique good documentation practices be an organized thinker practice strong written and verbal communication skills multitask effectively and work well independently and collaborative on teams.

What Youll Do:

• Perform routine environmental monitoring sampling and testing including viable air viable surface and non-viable particulate testing in non-sterile and aseptic processing environments.

• Collect water samples (city RO DI Milli-Q WFI etc.) from various valve locations throughout the Seattle and Redmond WA facilities.

• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and organization through routine disinfection of laboratory surfaces and equipment inventory management and participation in 5S activities.

• Perform all work in compliance with site quality and safety guidelines.

• Must demonstrate flexibility in adjusting to changing priorities and schedules.

• Collaborate with Quality Assurance Manufacturing Material Management Facilities/Engineering and other functions to ensure internal timelines sample testing turnaround times and team milestones are achieved.

• Provide support during routine and emergency activities in support of facility repairs shutdowns and cleaning activities.

• May perform microbiological lab support activities (Gram stains plate reads plate transfers Total Organic Carbon analysis etc.) with additional training.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate degree (or) completion of four college-level life science courses required.

• Ideal candidates will have a strong background in microbiology with 1 year plus of GMP experience.

• Experience performing environmental monitoring testing and/or microbiological testing preferred.

• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) and data management skills.

• Strong adherence to data integrity requirements.

• Ability to function well in a high-paced and dynamic environment.

• Ability to learn regulatory requirements and guidelines (ICH CFR FDA) as they relate to environmental monitoring.

Physical Requirements:

• Travel between Seattle and Redmond site required.

• Work in a controlled environment requiring special gowning and wear protective clothing over the head face hands feet and body.

• Required to stand or sit for long periods of time while performing duties.

• Ability to use various cleaning and disinfectant agents.

• Responsibilities also include the ability to lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) kneeling crouching twisting the upper body walking bending stooping pushing pulling and reach without accommodation.

• Exposure to medium noise levels.

Who You Are:

• Associate degree (or) completion of college-level life science courses required.

• Good interpersonal skills hands on analytical and problem solving and decision-making skills.

• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) good organizational skills with attention to detail

• Strong data management skills and adherence to data integrity requirements

• Good computer skills including utilizing personal computers and data entry programs.

• Ability to work independently and with others to accomplish goals and priorities.

• Must possess effective time management skills demonstrate initiative resourcefulness and flexibility to work independently and as part of a team.

• Team player with ability to interact constructively with co-workers.

• Flexibility and high level of energy and regular consistent attendance.

• Ability to understand analytical/technical data

• Ability to learn regulatory requirements and guidelines (ICH CFR FDA) as they relate to environmental monitoring

• Must possess good hand-eye coordination.

• Ability to wear various personal protective equipment (PPE) including full cleanroom gowning in support of ISO-8 ISO7 and ISO-5 workspaces as deemed necessary by EH&S leadership team corporate or safety guidelines.

• Ability to use various cleaning and disinfectant agents

• Required to stand or sit for long periods of time while performing duties (able to stand 8 hours a day)

• Exposure to medium noise levels.

• Previous experience in a microbiology lab preferred.

• Experience in a quality control / production environment in a cGMP facility preferred.

Why Join Us:

• Growth Opportunities: Were a company that believes in continuous learning and development. Whether its professional courses mentorship or new projects well help you grow.

• Flexible Work Environment: We offer flexible work options to help you balance your professional and personal life. This is a site based role.

• Inclusive Culture: Were committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment where everyones voice is valued and curiosity is encouraged.

• Innovative Projects: Youll have the chance to work on groundbreaking initiatives and cutting-edge technology in an atmosphere where your curiosity is the key to success.

• A Place for Big Ideas: We dont just talk about thinking outside the boxwe throw the box away. If youve got ideas we want to hear them.

Are You Still Curious

If youve read this far then chances are youve got a curious mindjust like us. So what are you waiting for Take the leap and apply today. We cant wait to see where your curiosity leads youand how it will shape the future of Just Evotec Biologics.

Let your curiosity guide your career#BeCurious and explore the endless possibilities at Just Evotec Biologics!

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be $25.00 to $32.00;this is a hourly non-exempt role. Base salary offered may vary depending on the individuals skills experience and competitive market value. Additional total rewards include discretionary annual bonus comprehensive benefits to include Medical Dental and Vision short-term and long-term disability company paid basic life insurance 401k company match generous paid time off and paid holiday wellness and transportation benefits.

Evotec (US) Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race gender age disability genetic information gender expression gender identity national origin religion sexual orientation or veteran status.