<p><strong>Forge Your Future with Us:</strong></p> <p>At Forge Biologics, we believe in turning bold ideas into life-changing realities. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to enable access to life-changing gene therapies and help bring them from ideas into reality. We partner with scientists, physicians, biotech and pharma innovators, and patient communities — all united by one goal: improving lives. If you’re driven by purpose and excited to make a tangible impact, this is where your journey begins.</p> <p>Our team works out of The Hearth, a state-of-the-art, 200,000-square-foot cGMP facility in Columbus, Ohio. Here, you won’t just watch innovation happen — you’ll be part of it. Whether you’re scaling AAV manufacturing, collaborating on cutting-edge therapies, or supporting complex technical projects, you’ll play a key role in bringing hope to patients with genetic diseases.</p> <p>What sets Forge apart is our culture of <strong>H.O.P.E.</strong> We are <strong>hardworking</strong>, showing up each day with determination and grit. We are <strong>open</strong>, creating a space where ideas flow freely, and every voice is valued. We are <strong>purpose-driven</strong>, with every task directly tied to changing lives. And we are <strong>engaged</strong>, energized by the challenges we face and the milestones we achieve together.</p> <p>At Forge, your growth matters. We’re committed to helping you expand your skills, take on new challenges, and develop your career through mentorship, hands-on learning, and opportunities for advancement. Our people are our greatest investment, and we’re proud to see team members grow with us.</p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Position Overview: </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">QC Analyst I (EM &Micro) will be a supporting contributor to the Environmental Monitoring (EM) program, supporting the aseptic manufacturing environment and ensuring compliance with GMP standards.</span> <span data-contrast="auto">The Analyst I will support EM initiatives and QC microbiology lab routine testing. This position also requires a good understanding of cleanroom behavior, sterile gowning, and aseptic sampling.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Responsibilities:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Performs EM sampling that incorporates application of GMP principles and methodologies. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":278}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Conduct environmental monitoring activities including air, surface, and personnel inside the sterile manufacturing areas. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":278}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Support trending of EM data using software’s eg: JMP and LIMS.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":278}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Performing microbial testing including but not limited to: Gram-stain, Growth promotion, Endotoxin, Bioburden, Osmolality, pH, etc. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Supports thorough investigations to determine root cause of OOS investigations in the implementation of appropriate corrective and preventative actions in a timely manner. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":278}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Trains junior staff in laboratory skills and scheduling EM sampling. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":278}"> <