Instrumentation​/Calibration Technician II

The Instrumentation and Calibration Technician is based at our Allendale site and is responsible for providing instrumentation/calibration services, which includes but not limited to;
Calibrations, verifications, installations, repairs, troubleshooting, inspections, maintaining measurement and test equipment, controlling devices, data logging, communication and telemetry systems, and performs related work as required. The position will support Operations, R&D, Supply Chain, QC, QA and other departments as assigned, ensuring the best operation practices for overall facilities’ needs in GMP and non GMP areas.

• Calibrate a variety of measurement and/or control instrumentation, including but not limited to controllers, indicators, transmitters, and loggers. Measurement parameters including but not limited to temperature, pressure, speed, mass, time, pH, CO2 content and humidity.
• Complete calibration data sheets in CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management system) as required
• Assist in managing contractors and reviewing their service reports to ensure compliance.
• Assist in identifying critical spare parts for potential repairs and/or maintenance.
• Complete walk-through inspections of devices and respective labeling.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance on various instrumentation, such as incubators, centrifuges, refrigerators, and freezers
• Maintain records of Measurement and Test Equipment ensuring compliant Test Accuracy Ratios
• Maintain proper stock, parts, tools, and safety equipment.
• Review contractors physical work and paperwork for technical accuracy and comply with cGMP, GDP, and Company SOP’s.

• Commitment to Excellence-demonstrates a commitment to competently perform his/her job duties and responsibilities within established time frames.
• Continuously strives to improve work performance.
• Accepts responsibility for his/her commitments to the company.
• Willing to accept new projects and/or commitments.
• Arrives to work on time prepared and ready to contribute.
• Candidate must be self-motivated and be able to quickly ramp-up on the understanding of existing plant processes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills including demonstrated writing skills

Desire to learn and develop career within organization Supervisory Responsibility

• The position may be required to supervise contractors performing work onsite.

• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with a degree of self-motivation.
• Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years general calibration experience, or equivalent work experience.
• Previous experience in pharmaceutical/Life Sciences/medical device preferred.
• Demonstrated diagnostic and problem-solving skills in a team environment
  • Must have general computer competency using email, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Preferred experience working with CMMS software. Quality Requirements
• Build Quality into all aspects of your work by maintaining compliance to all quality requirements.
• Ensure compliance to all FDA and Worldwide Quality & Compliance regulations (As applicable to the job function).
• Attend all required Quality & Compliance training at the specified interval. Minimum Required Training
• Must understand and adhere to Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
• Must train and become gown qualified to enter and work in classified manufacturing areas.
• Maintain 100% training records for all required training.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record Working Environment
• Must utilize proper personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling all human specimens, gases, corrosive chemicals, and liquid nitrogen
• Must have the ability to work in the cleanroom environment for an extended period
• Must have the ability to work with specialized equipment,…