Metrology Technician

POSITION PURPOSE
Will support the plant's diverse team supporting operations of the production of biological Drug Substances via mammalian and bacterial fermentation processes. Calibration activities support regulatory compliance for production of supplies for toxicological studies and Clinical Trials in enabling the company's Biotherapeutics portfolio.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties and responsibilities will include calibration, maintenance and repair of instrumentation associated with the pilot plants. Operations are performed per approved local and global procedures. The Metrology Technician will work under the guidance of the existing permanent Metrology staff. The Metrology Technician performs hands-on calibration, provides technical support, and maintains the documentation for the Metrology department and assures that the Metrology department meets FDA and cGMP guidelines.

SKILLS:

TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Strong technical background in calibration and repair of process and scientific instrumentation.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and demonstrated ability to interface with automated systems.
- Dedication to maintaining and operating in a safe work environment.
- Ability to work independently and adapt to rapidly changing priorities.
- Experience operating in a GMP Clean Room environment.
- Must be capable of generating documents utilizing Microsoft Word and Excel

QUALIFICATIONS
- H. S. Diploma, trade school and/or relevant experience.
- Requires 2 to 4 years calibration and instrumentation repair experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment (preferably bioprocess or chemical process industry). Demonstrated capability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to work under minimal supervision (post training). Knowledge of calibration practices in a regulated environment.
- Ability to work in a Clean Environmental Area by training for and passing gowning qualification.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills. Operational knowledge of computerized systems.
- MS Excel