Buffers And Media Technician 3

$28/Hour | Cleanroom Manufacturing | Career Growth Opportunity

Looking to build a long-term career in biotechnology and pharmaceutical manufacturing?

Join a growing St. Louis-area company where you'll play a critical role in producing materials that support life sciences and biomanufacturing operations. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with manufacturing, GMP, chemical processing, or cleanroom experience who enjoy following detailed procedures, working with advanced equipment, and making an impact in a highly regulated environment.

You'll work in a state-of-the-art cleanroom setting preparing buffers and media, mixing chemicals, performing quality checks, and ensuring products are manufactured safely and correctly the first time.

What You'll Do

Prepare and execute manufacturing batches following GMP procedures and work instructions

Weigh, measure, transfer, and mix chemicals with a high degree of accuracy

Perform in-process testing and quality checks throughout production

Complete manufacturing documentation and batch records accurately

Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain production equipment

Support media and buffer preparation activities in a cleanroom environment

Maintain raw material inventory and production supplies

Follow strict safety, gowning, and aseptic procedures

Participate in process improvements focused on safety, quality, and efficiency

Collaborate with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams

Assist with equipment troubleshooting and preventative maintenance activities

What We're Looking For

✅ Manufacturing experience in a GMP, pharmaceutical, biotech, chemical, food production, or regulated environment

✅ Ability to follow detailed SOPs, batch records, and work instructions

✅ Strong attention to detail and documentation skills

✅ Comfortable working in a cleanroom environment

✅ Basic mechanical troubleshooting skills

✅ Strong math skills, including measurements, decimals, and unit conversions

✅ Commitment to safety, quality, and right-first-time execution

Preferred Qualifications

Cleanroom or aseptic manufacturing experience

Biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing experience

Experience preparing buffers, solutions, or media

Familiarity with GMP documentation requirements

Experience with inventory systems and material management

Continuous improvement or Lean manufacturing experience

Why You'll Like It Here

Starting pay of $28/hour

Long-term career growth with clear advancement opportunities

Company promotes heavily from within

Structured progression system with multiple technician levels

Gain valuable experience in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry

Comprehensive benefits available upon permanent hire

Stable company invested in employee development and training

Opportunity to learn highly sought-after GMP and cleanroom manufacturing skills

Work Environment

You'll work in a controlled cleanroom manufacturing environment where product quality and consistency are critical. Employees follow gowning procedures and cleanliness standards designed to protect the manufacturing process.

This role includes:

Cleanroom gowning requirements

Working around manufacturing and analytical equipment

Moderate to high noise levels

Standing and moving throughout the shift

Operating within a highly structured, SOP-driven environment

Collaboration across multiple departments to support production goals

Schedule

1st Shift

6:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Rotating schedule with consistent full-time hours.

If You Enjoy...

✔ Working in a clean and organized environment

✔ Following detailed processes and procedures

✔ Chemical mixing and manufacturing operations

✔ Troubleshooting equipment and solving problems

✔ Building a long-term career in biotech or pharmaceutical manufacturing

✔ Working for a company that invests in employee growth

Apply today to join a growing biotechnology manufacturer where your attention to detail, technical skills, and commitment to quality can lead to a rewarding long-term career.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent 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 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Saint Louis,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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.