Environmental Control Analyst I

Pfizer; Rocky Mount (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Pfizer in North Carolina, Rocky Mount, seeks an Environmental Monitoring/Lab role to collect samples, run routine assays, and ensure data integrity. You will work under EM leadership, follow SOPs, and document results carefully. Training and cross-functional collaboration are emphasized as part of continuous improvement.

The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a rotating schedule environment with strict regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum education levels with relevant experience as stated in the listing.
• Knowledge of microbiology and environmental monitoring principles.
• Experience with aseptic practices and laboratory safety.

Responsibilities

• Collect environmental samples from air, surfaces, and water.
• Perform routine environmental monitoring assays following SOPs.
• Document results accurately and communicate deviations.
• Support safety, housekeeping and cross‑functional teamwork.

Skills

Environmental monitoring

Aseptic technique

Microorganism handling

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate degree +2 years experience

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related science

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Use Your Power for Purpose

Every day, Pfizer’s unwavering commitment to quality ensures the delivery of safe and effective products to patients. Our science and risk-based compliant quality culture is both flexible and innovative, always putting the patient first. Whether you are involved in development, maintenance, compliance, or research analysis, your contribution directly impacts patients.

What You Will Achieve

The incumbent plays a vital role as a member of the Quality Environmental Control (EC) Laboratory team, actively engaging in efforts to elevate laboratory processes and outcomes. Under the guidance of the Environmental Monitoring (EM) Section Manager and supported by designated EM Shift Team Leaders, the incumbent is entrusted with systematic collection, thorough analysis, and careful inspection of environmental conditions across both laboratory and manufacturing settings. All work is conducted in strict accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring consistency, reliability, and regulatory compliance. Duties extend to handling a wide range of sample types, including both physical and microbiological samples derived from air, surfaces, and water systems. The incumbent conducts qualitative, quantitative, and investigational assays on pharmaceutical waters, raw materials, and commodity items, exercising expert knowledge of environmental monitoring, aseptic technique, and microorganism handling. All analyses are performed in line with the requirements set forth by the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and other regulatory authorities, in addition to A core aspect of the role is the meticulous comparison of results against established specifications, with comprehensive documentation maintained to uphold data integrity regulations. The incumbent is responsible not only for identifying and reporting any deviations from process or specification but also for communicating such findings promptly and accurately to relevant parties. This necessitates strong communication skills, a keen attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment. Beyond routine assignments, the incumbent is expected to demonstrate initiative by identifying opportunities for continuous improvement within the laboratory. This may involve initiating and developing project plans aimed at optimizing workflows, increasing efficiency, or enhancing compliance with best practices. Active participation in training sessions, consistent maintenance of precise records, and support for cross-functional teams are also essential components of the role, collectively ensuring that the laboratory operates at the highest standards of environmental and quality control.

Role Responsibilities

• Collecting Samples Conducts routine environmental monitoring sampling of air, surface, and water sources within the laboratory and manufacturing areas. Sample types include both physical and microbiological for the purpose of further quality analysis. Aseptic technique will be utilized for sample collection as required per supplied standard operating procedures.
• Conducts Assays Accurately performs routine environmental monitoring analysis and processing of supplied samples according to provided standard operating procedures following aseptic techniques. Communicate effectively all basic technical issues, atypical or out‑of‑specifications test results, instrument malfunctions and methodology problems as they occur.
• Analyses Results Accountable for the accuracy and validity of testing results. Examines processed samples, both qualitatively and quantitatively, for the purpose of result interpretation and observation recording. Maintains accurate, complete, and legible records. May utilize Laboratory Information Management Systems or other electronic record systems.
• Safety Practices Contributes to the housekeeping and cleaning of the laboratory areas. Safely handles/disposes of chemicals, biological agents, and waste. Comply with all Safety, Environmental, and Security policies as required. Communicates all safety concerns, incidents, and events as they occur.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

Applicant must have High School Diploma or GED and 4 years of relevant experience; OR an Associate's degree with 2 years of experience; OR a Bachelor's degree (preferably in Chemistry or other related science) with up to 2 years of experience. Knowledge of basic microbiology, aseptic practices and/or environmental monitoring principles.

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

• Skills training in effective laboratory testing methods and computerized record keeping.
• Cleanroom Gowning and sampling experience - Aseptic practices

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to work standing for extended time, walking, lifting and being able to work under highly paced environment. Able to communicate freely to keep up with sensitive timeline and engage with cross-functional teams.

OTHER JOB DETAILS

Last Date to Apply for Job: September 30th, 2026 NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS Position is a Rotating Day shift on a 2-2-3 schedule. Ability work on scheduled day even during public holidays and overtimes as directed or needed, Able to work off shift. Work Location Assignment: On Premise

The salary for this position ranges from $21.02 to $35.04 per hour. In addition, this position offers eligibility for overtime, weekend, holiday and other pay premiums depending on the work schedule and the Company’s policies. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided applies only to the United States - North Carolina - Rocky Mount location. Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility. Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer. U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future. Sunshine Act Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider’s name, address and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification, which Pfizer intends to pursue, reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act. Therefore, if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse, your name, address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government. If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative. EEO & Employment Eligibility Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States. Pfizer endeavors to make www.pfizer.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process and/or interviewing, please email [e-mail]. This is to be used solely for accommodation requests with respect to the accessibility of our website, online application process and interviewing. Requests for any other reason will not be returned. To learn more about acceptable and prohibited uses of AI during the recruitment process, please review our candidate AI-use guidelines available on Pfizer Careers. Quality Assurance and Control Pfizer careers are like no other. In our culture of individual ownership, we believe in our ability to improve future healthcare, and potential to transform millions of lives. We’re looking for new talent to join our global community, to unearth new innovative therapies that make the world a healthier place.