Pharmaceutical Cleaning Technician

Objective Perform GMP cleaning and disinfection services to controlled environments in preparation for manufacturing and research activities.   Essential Functions Perform cleaning and disinfection services within controlled environment manufacturing areas (i.e. clean rooms) to ensure compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and US Food and Drug Administration (US FDA).

Maintain the assigned area housekeeping (per cGMP compliance) such as :

• cleaning walls, floors, doors, drains, windows, and other general surface areas.
• Work must be performed following Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Radiation Control Program requirements.
• Follow written standard operating procedures using Good Documentation Practices to fulfill cGMP requirements for cleaning and disinfection of controlled clean room environments.
• Properly document completion of facility cleaning / disinfection in the form as required per SOP.
• Responsible for the line clearance and disposal of radioactive waste generated in radiopharmaceutical manufacturing in accordance with procedures and safety protocols.
• Respond to emergency requests for cleaning services such as facility cleaning and disinfection on a time-critical basis, on and off normal work hours.
• Maintain cleaning equipment in good working condition, maintain cleaning / disinfection inventory, and keep cleaning supplies and equipment storage areas in neat and safe order.
• Actively promotes safety rules and awareness.
• Demonstrates good safety practices at all times including the appropriate use of protective equipment.
• Reports and takes initiative to correct safety and environmental hazards.
• Actively demonstrates the values of Accountability, Quality, Efficiency, Collaboration, and Safety.
• This position may require mandatory overtime, as needed, supporting finishing operations on holidays, weekends, and / or late and early production shifts.
• Education / Experience High School diploma or equivalent 1-3 year(s) experience in cleaning and disinfection services within controlled clean room environments.
• Knowledge / Skill / Ability Ability to understand and execute against cGMP regulations and standard operating procedures (SOPs) and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Possess knowledge of cleaning and disinfection techniques and use of cleaning and disinfection equipment in a pharmaceutical environment.
• Must demonstrate trouble-shooting and clear communication skills.
• The incumbent must be able to work in a clean room environment wearing special garments while performing duties.  Will be required to follow gowning requirements and wear protective clothing over the head, face, hands, feet and body.
• Safety glasses and uniforms provided.
• Occasional kneeling, crouching, twisting the upper body, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, or reaching may be required.
• Must possess good hand-eye coordination; close attention to detail is required.
• Required to work with cleaning and disinfection agents (Spor-Klenz, Steri-periox, Isopropyl alcohol, etc.).
• Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 lbs.
• This position may require mandatory overtime, as needed, supporting finishing operations on holidays, weekends, and / or late and early production shifts.
• May be required to sit or stand for long periods of time while performing duties.
• Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable  individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• During the course of this job, the employee may encounter exposure to radiation hazards.
• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
• Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.   Powered by JazzHR