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Actalent Lab Tech Environmental Monitoring in Moorpark, California
Job Title: Laboratory Technician – Environmental MonitoringJob Description
The Laboratory Technician – Environmental Monitoring is responsible for supporting the site environmental monitoring program at a cosmetics and OTC manufacturing facility. This role is focused on water system sampling, environmental surface and air monitoring, as well as facility condition monitoring. Microbiological testing will be performed by an external contract laboratory. The position requires strong aseptic technique, attention to detail, and experience working in GMP-regulated environments.
Responsibilities
Perform routine environmental monitoring sampling throughout manufacturing, filling, and support areas, including surface, air, and personnel monitoring as applicable.
Collect water system samples (PW/RO or similar) in accordance with SOPs and aseptic technique requirements.
Prepare, label, document, and ship environmental and water samples to third-party microbiology laboratories.
Maintain and verify temperature and humidity probes, including routine checks, documentation, and deviation notification.
Trend and review environmental monitoring and water data; escalate out-of-specification or out-of-trend results.
Ensure accurate and contemporaneous documentation in logbooks, forms, and electronic systems.
Support investigations related to EM or water system excursions and assist with root cause documentation.
Maintain EM supplies, media, and sampling materials; ensure proper storage and inventory levels.
Adhere to GMP, GLP, OSHA, and company safety requirements at all times.
Support audits and inspections, including the retrieval of EM and water system documentation.
Essential Skills
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
1–3 years of experience in environmental monitoring, quality control, or laboratory operations within a regulated manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated experience with water sampling and aseptic technique.
Working knowledge of GMP requirements; experience in cosmetics, OTC, pharmaceutical, or personal care manufacturing preferred.
Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
Ability to follow SOPs and work independently with minimal supervision.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Water testing, Sampling, Aseptic technique, good documentation practices.
Work Environment
This position operates in a cosmetics manufacturing environment and is a first shift opportunity starting at 6 or 6:30 am. The role offers a long-term opportunity with the potential for contract-to-hire.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Moorpark, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/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 Moorpark,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 6, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
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Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.