Calibration Technician - Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Full Time Technical West Caldwell, NJ, US

Salary Range: $33.00 To $38.50 Hourly

LTS is a global leader in transdermal and oral thin-film drug delivery technologies. Our teams have pioneered breakthroughs such as the first contraceptive patch, nicotine patch, oral active ingredient film, and Parkinson's patch. When you join LTS, you become part of a team that continues to shape the future of patient care and bring life-changing therapies to market.

At LTS, our purpose drives everything we do:
We CARE. We CREATE. We DELIVER
. We're committed to fostering an employee experience that reflects our innovation - supportive, collaborative, and empowering. Across our New Jersey and Minnesota locations, you’ll work alongside knowledgeable experts on diverse projects in an environment where every day is different and your contributions truly matter.

LTS is seeking a motivated Calibration Technician at Level I, II, or III to join our Manufacturing Maintenance team in our West Caldwell, NJ site. We are hiring based on experience, education, and demonstrated proficiency, offering clear opportunities for professional growth as you develop your skills.

• Location: West Caldwell, NJ
• Schedule: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, 1st Shift

In this role, you will perform calibrations and support critical electronic instrumentation across our facility, directly contributing to the delivery of life-changing pharmaceutical products.

• cGMP Compliance: Abide by all cGMP, FDA, and DEA regulatory standards in all calibration and maintenance activities.
• Calibration & Repair: Calibrate, document, troubleshoot, and repair/replace instrumentation for systems measuring level, temperature, pressure, flow, humidity, speed, time, and other process variables.
• CMMS Management: Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) with high proficiency for work logging and tracking.
• Departmental Support: Provide technical support for electronic equipment across all facility departments.
• Equipment Maintenance: Troubleshoot, repair, modify, and maintain pharmaceutical production equipment.
• Planning & Ordering: Plan and estimate maintenance/calibration work and order necessary replacement parts.
• Scheduling & On-Call: Maintain flexibility to work off-shift, weekends, and holidays based on production schedule demands, and participate in an on-call rotation schedule.

• Education: Associate's degree required.
• Experience Levels: Level I (0-1 yrs), Level II (2-3 yrs), Level III (4-5 yrs) in engineering or related technical experience.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Above-average reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Technical & Math
  
  Skills:
  
  Above-average mathematical skills and hands-on proficiency with basic tools and calibration equipment.
• Software Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). CMMS experience preferred.
• Learning & Practice: Ability and desire to learn disciplines and methods related to good calibration practices (GCP).
• Physical & Work Environment: Ability to stand for the majority of the day, lift/move 50+ pounds, and ability to gown for manufacturing cleanroom areas.

The role may be filled at Level I, II, or III based on each candidate’s education, relevant experience, technical proficiency, and ability to work independently. The hourly pay ranges and typical qualifications for each level are outlined below.

Hourly pay: $33.00-$34.50

Typical experience: 0-1 years of engineering or related technical experience. Level I candidates bring a foundational understanding of calibration roles and controls, work…