Manufacturing Sanitation Technician

McGuff Pharmaceuticals, Inc. currently has an opening for a Sanitation Technician, within our aseptic fill and finish contract manufacturing facility located in Santa Ana/Costa Mesa, CA. This position reports to the Production Supervisor.

Entry level candidates are welcome. Preferred candidates will be familiar with pharmaceutical production and have one to three years’ experience in related pharmaceutical/pharmacy activities.

This Technician must be detail-oriented, results-oriented, possess good communication and writing skills, capable of performing assigned production duties and flexible in adapting to changing work priorities.

• Full time position in Orange County California

• Execute routine and deep cleaning of manufacturing equipment, clean rooms, and production areas.
• Utilize appropriate cleaning and sanitizing agents to eliminate microbial contamination.

• Maintain records of cleaning activities, including cleaning schedules, procedures, and results of environmental monitoring.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory standards such as FDA, GMP, and ISO requirements.

• Conduct regular inspections to identify areas needing sanitation attention.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance teams to ensure compliance with sanitation standards.

• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment and tools, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and chemicals, ordering as necessary.

• Assist in training new staff on sanitation protocols and best practices.
• Work closely with production and maintenance teams to coordinate cleaning schedules without disrupting operations.

• Follow all safety protocols, including the proper handling of cleaning chemicals and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Report any safety hazards or compliance issues to management promptly.

• High school diploma or equivalent; relevant experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry preferred.
• Knowledge of cleaning agents, sanitization methods, and GMP requirements.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to lift and move heavy objects (up to 50 lbs).
• Comfortable working in various environmental conditions, including controlled environments.

• May require flexible hours, including evenings or weekends, to accommodate production schedules.
• Exposure to chemicals and cleaning agents; appropriate safety training will be provided.