Calibration Specialist - Eurofins Cosmetics & Personal Care, Inc.

Eurofins; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life sciences company is seeking a Calibration Specialist in Toronto. The role involves managing quality functions related to equipment and operations, maintaining data integrity, and training staff. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry and relevant laboratory experience. Comprehensive benefits including health coverage and a company-matched RRSP plan are provided.

Benefits

Health and dental coverage

Life and disability insurance

RRSP with 3% company match

Paid holidays and time off

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field required.
• Experience in a contract laboratory is a plus.
• High technical competence and thorough knowledge of GMP.

Responsibilities

• Familiarity with Agilent and PE systems is crucial.
• Perform qualifications and calibrations in laboratories.
• Train staff on laboratory instruments and procedures.

Skills

Technical competence

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Professionalism

Fluent English communication

Multitasking skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related science field

Tools

MS Office

Laboratory databases

Job description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company providing a range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. Our goal is to make life and our environment safer, healthier, and more sustainable. We work with major companies worldwide to ensure product safety, authenticity, and accurate labelling, operating in sectors such as food, environmental, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, genomics, forensics, and clinical studies.

Founded over 35 years ago in Nantes, France, Eurofins has grown to employ 61,000 staff across approximately 900 laboratories in 61 countries. We offer over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate biological substances and products. In 2024, our revenues reached EUR 6.515 billion, and we are recognized as one of Europe's top-performing stocks.

Eurofins CDMO Alphora Inc. develops and manufactures therapeutics to improve patient health. We provide contract research and development services, manufacturing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and finished dosage forms such as tablets, capsules, and suspensions for clinical and commercial use. We invest in modern facilities and equipment, fostering a rich environment for employee growth and development.

Job Description

The Calibration Specialist will handle quality functions related to equipment and operations in the Chemistry and Microbiology laboratories. Reporting to the Calibration Specialist/QA Manager, responsibilities include performing qualifications and calibrations, maintaining data integrity, and training staff on laboratory instruments. Technical competence, especially with laboratory equipment and software, is essential.

Key Accountabilities:

• Familiarity with Agilent and PE systems
• Knowledge of Health Canada and FDA Data Integrity requirements
• Navigation through compliance software
• Preparation and execution of qualification protocols (OQ/PQ)
• Preparation of Preventative Maintenance and Calibration procedures
• Installation qualifications and OQ/PQ on lab equipment
• Maintenance of VMP and equipment lists
• Participation in audits
• Coordination with contractors for maintenance and repairs
• Evaluation and reporting of qualification data
• Training staff on equipment and techniques
• Installation and qualification of new equipment
• Executing calibration and maintenance schedules
• Monitoring system temperature deviations and investigations
• Responding to alarms and troubleshooting

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related science field; other science degrees considered
• Experience in a contract laboratory
• High technical competence
• Thorough knowledge of GMP

Soft Skills:

• Fluent English communication skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Multitasking and stress management
• Professionalism and confidentiality
• Proactive and quick learner

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency with MS Office and laboratory databases
• Experience with lab equipment operation

Additional Information

Eurofins offers comprehensive benefits including health and dental coverage, life and disability insurance, RRSP with 3% company match, paid holidays, and paid time off. Accommodation requests can be made via our website. Only local candidates within the GTA, Ontario, are encouraged to apply. We thank all applicants; only those selected for interviews will be contacted. This posting uses AI technology for screening. No agencies or calls, please.