Cleaning Technician cGMP (ELIGIBLE FOR SIGN-ON BONUS) - VPP

Job ID: req3458
Employee Type: nonexempt full-time
Division: Vaccine Clinical Materials Program
Facility: Frederick: G-WAY
Location: 7116 Geoffrey Way, Frederick, MD 21704 USA

The Frederick National Laboratory is a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) sponsored by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and operated by Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. The lab addresses some of the most urgent and intractable problems in the biomedical sciences in cancer and AIDS, drug development and first-in-human clinical trials, applications of nanotechnology in medicine, and rapid response to emerging threats of infectious diseases.

Accountability, Compassion, Collaboration, Dedication, Integrity and Versatility; it's the FNL way.

FOR A LIMITED TIME - We are offering a one-time $1,200.00 Sign-On bonus, less applicable taxes for the successful candidate hired for this position! (Candidate must pass background check and onboarding requirements including pre-employment physical and drug screening).

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Vaccine Clinical Materials Program (VCMP), part of Leidos Biomedical Research at the Frederick National Lab, supports the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) Vaccine Research Center (VRC). Its' mission is to advance preclinical and clinical research, product development, and manufacture of novel clinical-stage vaccines and biologics to address current and/or emerging infectious diseases of global significance (e.g., HIV-AIDS, Influenza, Ebola, Malaria, Novel Coronavirus, Tuberculosis). The VCMP is responsible for the operation of a Frederick MD -based pilot plant facility and is actively engaged in cGMP manufacture, testing, release, and supply of Phase I /II clinical products for investigational use in the US and globally.

KEY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the cGMP Cleaning Supervisor, the cGMP Cleaning Technician will:

• Work Monday - Friday from 4:00 am to 12:30 pm
• Be responsible for cleaning throughout the facility to include clean rooms, laboratories, restrooms, warehouse and other areas as needed in order to maintain and conform to FDA and cGMP guidelines and regulations for cleaning practices - cGMP training and training on specialized equipment will be provided
• Maintain clean room environment below alert limits by following established cleaning practices
• Clean and wash walls, ceilings, windows (inside and outside) and screens, equipment exteriors, carts, tables, chairs, stools, benches, door handles, door push plates, door latch releases, light switches, telephones, floors, and locker rooms following established aseptic techniques and using appropriate solutions
• Be responsible for preparation of solutions, solution disposal, trash disposal and water collection
• Clean administrative and laboratory areas, including vacuuming rugs and removing stains and foreign matter from a variety of surfaces using proper cleaners
• Move office furniture and equipment for cleaning
• Sweep, mop, strip, scrub, wax, and polish floors using industrial power equipment
• Wash and clean windows and ceiling air vents
• Dust and clean office areas, woodwork, furniture, floor coverings, fixtures, stairwells, fire doors, and empty trash containers
• Dispose of biological waste materials
• Clean and disinfect rest rooms, replenish paper supplies
• Provide general cleanup outside of buildings

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:

• Possession of a high school degree
• In addition to the education requirement, must have two (2) years of experience
• Must possess basic Microsoft Office skills
• Ability to work in a BL2 lab
• Ability to pass aseptic gowning validation
• Ability to work in environment with potential exposure to particulates, vapors or noise and ability to wear a full-face respirator
• Ability to operate industrial power equipment used for cleaning
• Ability to perform physical duties
• Lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.
• Walking, standing, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, and working in confined areas
• Ability to read and understand written instructions and follow SOPs
• Experience with cGMP guidelines and regulations for cleaning practices
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:

• Knowledge of proper waxes, strippers, polishes, and stain removers required to clean assigned areas

JOB HAZARDS

• This position is subject to atmospheric conditions that would require the usage of a respirator, requiring a medical clearance
• This position may require continuous or intermittent exposure to and exertion in environmental conditions such as working outdoors, temperature extremes, humidity extremes. etc. as part of the job

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) | Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) | Drug Free Workplace (DFW)

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