Environmental Monitoring Technician - Weekend Evening Shift Fri-Sun

Job Details

Job Category: QC & R&D

Requisition Number: ENVIR
004750

Posted:
July 2, 2026

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Work Location:

391 BUILDING
391 S GLEN ELLYN ROAD
BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108, USA

Pay: $20.55 to $25.47 USD

• Independently performs environmental monitoring as written in NOW’s Microbiology Laboratory’s Standard Operating Procedure.
• Performs routine environmental monitoring of surfaces, water, and air.
• Performs visual inspection of production workstations for maintenance and sanitation work orders.
• Collects swab samples for ATP, Allergen, and Pathogen testing.
• Collects air and water samples for testing.
• Reports environmental monitoring results for trending.
• Communicates with other departments regarding corrective actions, out-of-specifications and out-of-trend results.
• Monitors soap and sanitizer concentration on all sanitation rooms.
• Complies with Safety and cGMP requirements.

Supports a culture of safe production and exhibits safe work practices. Actively participates in the safety program by engaging in safety activities and providing constructive peer‑to‑peer feedback. Adheres to policies, procedures, SOPs, and safety procedures. Reports all workplace incidents immediately and communicates concerns and hazards. Properly uses, wears, and stores Personal Protective Equipment when required. Participates on safety teams and/or completes safety‑related activities as part of regular job responsibilities.

• Education/
  
  Experience:
  
  HS diploma or equivalent and six months experience working in a cGMP environment or equivalent combination of experience and education. Knowledge of cGMP regulations required.
• Performance Ability:
  Demonstrated competency as shown by accuracy of work and meeting productivity levels set by the supervisor. Consistently meets quality, safety, performance, and efficiency goals.
• Time Management & Organization:
  Good time management and organizational skills with ability to work independently, prioritize, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
• Problem‑solving & Decision Making:
  Strong problem‑solving, decision‑making, and troubleshooting skills.
• Teamwork & Communication:
  Strong teamwork and collaboration skills; ability to communicate effectively with others. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Training:
  Ability to train others.
• Compliance:
  Consistently follows all company policies and procedures, including all safety policies and procedures.
• Facilities:
  For Bloomingdale employees, ability to work at both the 391 and 395 facilities.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as product specifications, departmental instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate professionally and effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals (S.O.P.).

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, averages, ratios, proportions, and the metric system to practical situations.

Ability to compare results to specifications and determine if result meets requirements. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions. Good problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.

• Computer proficiency, including with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including off shifts and weekends.

The physical demands described include the ability to talk, hear, stand, walk, ascend/descend stairs and ladders, use hands to finger, handle, and feel, reach with hands and arms, and crouch or half kneel. Regularly required to enter information into a computer and handle product in various stages and forms. Requires lifting, moving, and carrying items up to 50 lbs., pushing and pulling for forces up to 65 lbs.

at 36‑inch height, and grasping with 60# force. Specific vision abilities required include close and color vision.

• Frequently near moving mechanical parts and exposed to herbal aromas, dust, and airborne particles classified as allergens or irritants.
• Widespread exposure to FDA‑designated major food allergens, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, botanicals, and chemicals such as alcohol that may require respiratory protection.
• May be exposed to hazardous chemicals and biological materials.
• Noise levels usually moderately loud; hearing protection may be required in some areas.
• Travel to other facilities may be required.

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