Core Technician I

Job Title: Core Technician I
Location: 14905 Kirby Drive, Houston, TX 77047
Duration: 6-month contract with potential for extension or conversion pending performance and business need
Shift: Night Shift – 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM (12-hour rotating shifts: 2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 3 days off; every other weekend required)
Pay Rate: $16.09 – $26.80 per hour

Overview:
The Environmental Monitoring (EM) Core Technician is responsible for performing EM activities that support the manufacturing and aseptic processing of clinical-grade products in a cleanroom environment. The role involves equipment operation, documentation, and ensuring sterile conditions in alignment with cGMP standards.

Training Requirement:
Must be available to train on first shift (Monday–Friday) for the first 4–6 weeks.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in Environmental Monitoring (EM) activities in support of GMP viral therapy production

• Perform aseptic processing tasks including cell culture and product purification

• Collaborate with the QC EM team to ensure equipment availability and readiness for manufacturing processes

• Draft, complete, and revise production documents including batch records and EM forms

• Prepare buffers and components, including the use of steam autoclave

• Operate manual, semi-automated, and automated systems used in clinical production

• Utilize environmental monitoring instruments such as Solairs, ApexZ50, and active counters

Work Environment:

• Work is primarily performed in a cleanroom environment

• Full gowning required: scrubs, hairnet, shoe covers, hood, gown, mask, boots, and double gloves

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences preferred

• Basic laboratory experience with a Bachelor's degree or intermediate lab experience in a cGMP clinical production environment with a High School Diploma

• Lab experience preferred

• 1–3 years of relevant experience