Manufacturing Technician

Aerotek; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek seeks a Manufacturing Technician (BAM Tech III) in Saint Louis, MO for a Contract to Hire role. You will execute manufacturing batch records, SOPs in a cleanroom, with a strong focus on safety, aseptic technique, and right-first-time performance.

You will weigh, transfer, and mix chemicals, run in-process analytical tests, maintain raw material inventory, and ensure all activities comply with cGMP. Rotation and onsite work apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing and/or GMP-regulated environment.
• Ability to follow batch records, work instructions, and SOPs with high accuracy.
• Strong aseptic technique in cleanroom environments.
• Proficient in basic math and unit conversions.
• Documenting work clearly to meet regulatory standards.
• Maintain strict safety and PPE compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and execute manufacturing batch records, work instructions, and SOPs with a strong emphasis on safety and right-first-time execution.
• Weigh, transfer, and mix chemicals accurately in accordance with documented procedures and cGMP standards.
• Document all activities to meet cGMP requirements and support audit readiness.
• Maintain cGMP compliance in all tasks and follow safety procedures with PPE.
• Perform preventative maintenance and complete work notifications on time.
• Perform equipment testing and troubleshoot process and analytical equipment.

Skills

GMP experience

cGMP compliance

SOP adherence

Aseptic technique

Documentation

Problem solving

Math and conversions

Attention to detail

Safety focus

Batch records

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician (BAM Tech III) | PAY RANGE : $21-28 Per Hour

Job Description

The Manufacturing Technician (BAM Tech III) executes manufacturing batch records, work instructions, and standard operating procedures in a cleanroom environment with a strong focus on safety, aseptic technique, and right-first-time performance. This role involves weighing, transferring, and mixing chemicals, running in-process analytical tests, maintaining raw material inventory, and ensuring all activities comply with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP). The technician supports equipment testing and troubleshooting, participates in continuous improvement initiatives, and maintains accurate documentation and training records.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and execute manufacturing batch records, work instructions, and SOPs with a strong emphasis on safety and right-first-time execution.

• Weigh, transfer, and mix chemicals accurately in accordance with documented procedures and cGMP standards.

• Document all activities thoroughly and accurately to meet cGMP requirements and support audit readiness.

• Maintain cGMP compliance in all assigned tasks and consistently follow safety procedures, including appropriate use of personal protective equipment.

• Complete preventative maintenance and work notification tasks on time to support reliable operation of manufacturing and analytical equipment.

• Perform equipment testing and routine troubleshooting of process and analytical equipment to identify and resolve basic operational issues.

• Draft, review, and revise documents such as batch records, SOPs, and work instructions as needed to support process improvements and compliance.

• Run in-process analytical testing as required to monitor product and process performance.

• Maintain raw materials inventory using systems such as Kanban to ensure adequate supply for production activities.

• Keep training records up to date and complete required training in a timely manner.

• Perform safety inspections and actively participate in safety initiatives to promote a safe working environment.

• Participate in improvement projects and other required activities aimed at enhancing productivity, quality, and safety.

• Engage in shift exchanges and one-on-one discussions to ensure effective communication and handoff of work.

• Attend meetings as necessary to support area needs, respond to changes, and stay informed on process and procedural updates.

• Follow cleanroom and aseptic techniques consistently to protect product integrity and maintain a controlled environment.

• Support production of buffers and media according to established SOPs in a cleanroom setting.

Essential Skills

• Experience in a manufacturing and/or GMP-regulated environment.

• Knowledge of and adherence to cGMP requirements in daily work.

• Ability to follow detailed batch records, work instructions, and SOPs with high accuracy.

• Experience or strong understanding of aseptic technique in a cleanroom or controlled environment.

• Strong math skills, including rounding decimals to the tenth or hundredth, multiplying decimals, and performing unit conversions (such as grams to liters or milliliters to liters).

• Ability to perform in-process analytical testing following established procedures.

• Competence in documenting work clearly and accurately to meet regulatory and quality standards.

• Ability to troubleshoot basic issues with process and analytical equipment.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to right-first-time execution.

• Ability to maintain compliance with safety procedures and use personal protective equipment appropriately.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with aseptic technique in a cleanroom environment is preferred.

• Prior experience working in cleanroom production areas, including buffer and media preparation, is beneficial.

• Familiarity with inventory management systems such as Kanban.

• Comfort working with SOP-driven processes and regulated documentation.

• Willingness to participate in continuous improvement and safety initiatives.

• Ability to work effectively in a structured, process-oriented environment with moderate to high noise levels.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing organization in the St. Louis area that offers long-term career development and advancement. Once converted to a permanent role, you can access comprehensive benefits and pay rate increases. The company prefers to promote from within, giving dedicated team members the opportunity to grow through clearly defined bands from 1 to 8, each offering added responsibility, training, and compensation progression. This environment supports professional development, recognizes strong performance, and provides a stable, growth-oriented career path.

Work Environment

Most positions operate in a cleanroom environment called CORE, where employees follow strict gowning procedures to protect product integrity. This includes specific attire requirements, such as no beards, no fake eyelashes or nails, and no nail polish or other items that could compromise the product. The work setting is typically moderate to high in noise level, and headphones are not allowed to ensure safety and awareness. The role follows rotating 10-hour shifts from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., requiring comfort with extended shifts and a structured schedule. Candidates are encouraged to review the provided work environment video to gain a clear snapshot of the cleanroom conditions and daily activities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Louis, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $28.00/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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 Saint Louis,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

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

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.