QC Lab Tech - 2nd Shift

Actalent; Moorpark (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

PTO/Leave

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Laboratory Technician Environmental Monitoring for the Moorpark, CA area. This 2nd shift role supports the cosmetics OTC manufacturing facility, handling environmental and water sampling, aseptic technique, and strict GMP/GLP adherence.

The position is contract-to-hire, onsite in Moorpark, with heavy lifting and routine data documentation. The role emphasizes accurate sample handling, log maintenance, and collaboration with QA/audits, with a start around early morning hours

Qualifications

• Degree in biology, microbiology, chemistry, or environmental science; equivalent experience considered.
• 13 years of experience in environmental monitoring, QC, or lab operations in regulated manufacturing.
• Experience with water sampling and aseptic technique, including PW/RO water systems.
• Knowledge of GMP/GLP in cosmetics, OTC, pharma, or personal care manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine environmental monitoring sampling in manufacturing, filling, and support areas (surface, air, personnel).
• Collect PW/RO water samples per SOPs and aseptic requirements.
• Prepare, label, document, and ship samples to third-party labs with chain of custody.
• Maintain and verify temperature and humidity probes and document results.
• Trend and review monitoring data, identify out-of-spec results, and escalate issues.
• Ensure accurate documentation in logbooks, forms, and electronic systems.
• Support investigations related to monitoring excursions and assist root cause analysis.
• Maintain monitoring supplies and inventory with proper storage conditions.
• Adhere to GMP, GLP, OSHA and safety requirements.
• Assist audits by organizing monitoring records.
• Perform water system testing and plate sampling using aseptic technique.
• Handle heavy loads up to ~50 pounds.

Skills

Environmental monitoring

Water sampling

Aseptic technique

GMP/GLP compliance

Documentation accuracy

SOP adherence

Heavy lifting

Education

Bachelors in Science

Job description

Laboratory Technician Environmental Monitoring (2nd Shift)

The Laboratory Technician Environmental Monitoring supports the environmental monitoring program at a cosmetics and overthecounter (OTC) manufacturing facility. This role focuses on product and water sampling, environmental surface and air monitoring, and facility condition monitoring, while microbiological testing is performed by an external contract laboratory. The technician applies strong aseptic technique, follows Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements, and ensures accurate documentation to maintain product quality and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine environmental monitoring sampling throughout manufacturing, filling, and support areas, including surface, air, and personnel monitoring as applicable.
• Collect purified water and reverse osmosis (PW/RO or similar) system samples in strict accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and aseptic technique requirements.
• Prepare, label, document, and ship environmental and water samples to thirdparty microbiology laboratories, ensuring chain of custody and sample integrity.
• Maintain and verify temperature and humidity probes, including performing routine checks, documenting results, and promptly notifying appropriate personnel of any deviations.
• Trend and review environmental monitoring and water system data, identify outofspecification or outoftrend results, and upscale issues according to procedures.
• Ensure accurate, complete, and contemporaneous documentation in logbooks, forms, and electronic systems, following good documentation practices at all times.
• Support investigations related to environmental monitoring or water system excursions and assist with root cause analysis and documentation.
• Maintain environmental monitoring supplies, media, and sampling materials, ensuring proper storage conditions and adequate inventory levels.
• Adhere to GMP, Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), OSHA, and company safety requirements at all times while working in laboratory and manufacturing areas.
• Support internal and external audits and inspections by retrieving and organizing environmental monitoring and water system documentation.
• Perform water system testing and sample plating using aseptic technique as part of routine monitoring activities.
• Handle and carry heavy loads of sampled waters and materials, up to approximately 50 pounds, as a regular part of job duties.

Essential Skills

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or a related scientific field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 13 years of experience in environmental monitoring, quality control, or laboratory operations within a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience with water sampling and aseptic technique, including handling PW/RO or similar water systems.
• Working knowledge of GMP requirements, preferably gained in cosmetics, OTC, pharmaceutical, or personal care manufacturing.
• Strong attention to detail and a proven ability to maintain documentation accuracy and follow good documentation practices.
• Ability to follow SOPs consistently and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Comfort with lifting and carrying heavy loads of sampled waters and materials up to approximately 50 pounds on a regular basis.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Handson experience with environmental monitoring activities such as surface, air, and personnel sampling in production environments.
• Background in laboratory and quality control operations, including handling sample plates and basic testing procedures.
• Familiarity with monitoring and documenting temperature, humidity, water systems, pH, viscosity, and related chemistry parameters.
• Experience supporting audits and inspections by organising and presenting environmental monitoring and water system records.
• Knowledge of GLP and OSHA safety requirements in laboratory and manufacturing settings.
• Interest in a longterm, contracttohire opportunity within a regulated cosmetics manufacturing environment.

Work Environment

This role is based in a cosmetics manufacturing environment that operates under GMP, GLP, and OSHA guidelines. The position is on 2nd shift, with work starting in the early morning hours around 6:00 or 6:30 a.m. The Laboratory Technician works in both production and laboratory areas, handling environmental and water samples, monitoring temperature and humidity conditions, and interacting with water systems and basic chemistry measurements such as pH and viscosity. The environment involves routine movement throughout manufacturing, filling, and support areas, as well as regular lifting and carrying of sampled waters and materials up to approximately 50 pounds. The setting emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and adherence to written procedures, offering a structured, longterm contracttohire opportunity in a regulated cosmetics production facility.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Moorpark, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/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)

Application Deadline

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Moorpark,CA.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Accommodation

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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.