Cleanroom Technician

Actalent; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent in Baltimore, MD seeks a Contract Cleanroom Validation Specialist to support startup and commissioning of GMP facilities, focusing on validation, testing, and training before manufacturing begins.

You will conduct airflow studies, uphold sterility, and ensure compliance with aseptic and GMP standards while working in a BLS-2 suite; this onsite role emphasizes safety, SOP adherence, and collaboration with scientists.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in cleanroom protocols and gowning procedures.
• Experience in GMP environments.
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques and aseptic manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct smoke studies to visualize airflow patterns in cleanroom environments.
• Perform obstruction mapping to test airflow under dynamic conditions with personnel present.
• Ensure human movement does not create dead zones or pull contaminated air over sterile areas.
• Support validation, testing, and training processes in the cleanroom.

Skills

Cleanroom protocols

GMP environments

Aseptic techniques

Job description

Job Title: Cleanroom Validation SpecialistJob Description

The role involves working in the cleanroom during the startup and commissioning phase of a pharmaceutical or biotech facility. This is crucial for validation, testing, and training before actual manufacturing can begin. The position requires ensuring that the facility's filtration systems maintain sterility even when fully staffed, complying with regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct smoke studies to visualize airflow patterns in cleanroom environments.
• Perform obstruction mapping to test airflow under dynamic conditions with personnel present.
• Ensure human movement does not create dead zones or pull contaminated air over sterile areas.
• Support validation, testing, and training processes in the cleanroom.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in cleanroom protocols and gowning procedures.
• Experience in working within GMP environments.
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques and aseptic manufacturing processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in biopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical industries.
• Understanding of laboratory and manufacturing support processes.
• Ability to work in a BLS-2 manufacturing suite and lab environment.

Work Environment

The role requires working within a GMP cleanroom environment, including gowning procedures and aseptic techniques. The manufacturing suite and labs are classified as BLS-2, ensuring safety and compliance with industry standards. The company's culture is driven by passionate scientists dedicated to solving scientific problems and improving R&D productivity while prioritizing safety and adherence to SOPs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Baltimore, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Baltimore, MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Baltimore,MD.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.