Technician - Calibration

PHARMAGEND GLOBAL MEDICAL SERVICES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A pharmaceutical manufacturing company in Singapore is seeking a Calibration Technician. This role involves calibrating critical instrumentation to ensure compliance with GMP and FDA standards. Candidates should have 2–5 years of experience in calibration within a regulated environment, familiarity with calibration software like SAP, and relevant educational qualifications. Strong documentation and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of calibration experience in a regulated pharmaceutical environment.
• Troubleshooting experience on instruments such as pressure transmitters.
• Training in USP <41>, <1251>, and <1058> practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate and inspect critical instrumentation used in pharmaceuticals.
• Ensure calibration activities meet cGMP and internal SOP requirements.
• Maintain accurate and traceable calibration records.

Skills

GMP understanding

Calibration software familiarity

Documentation skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Associate’s diploma in Instrumentation

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Summary:

The Calibration Technician supports pharmaceutical manufacturing by performing scheduled and unscheduled calibrations of critical process instruments, ensuring equipment complies with GMP standards and FDA regulations. This role ensures all measurement devices remain accurate, reliable, and compliant with industry standards such as ISO 17025, USP <41>, <1058>.

Key Responsibilities:

• Calibrate, inspect, and verify critical instrumentation used in pharmaceutical manufacturing, utilities, and laboratory environments (e.g., pressure gauges, temperature sensors, pH meters, balances, flow meters, etc.).
• Ensure all calibration activities meet current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), FDA, and internal SOP requirements.
• Maintain accurate and traceable calibration records, certificates, and documentation in calibration management systems (e.g., CMMS, SAP).
• Troubleshoot and coordinate repairs or replacement of out-of-tolerance equipment.
• Support validation activities by ensuring instruments used in process and quality control are within calibration limits.
• Participate in audits (internal, regulatory, client) by presenting calibration records and demonstrating compliance.
• Assist with maintaining calibration SOPs and improving metrology practices.
• Maintain calibration standards traceable to NIST or equivalent national metrology institutes.
• Collaborate with external of vendors / contractors for calibration activities (e SIC, Permit To Work).
• Able to manage Calibration Scheduling with external and internal stakeholders to complete calibration activities as per scheduled and no overdue calibration.
• Collaborate with QA, Engineering, Production, and Lab teams to prioritize calibration needs without disrupting production.
• Assist on any ah-hoc duties that have been assigned / task by the immediate superior.

Qualifications:

• Education: Associate’s diploma in Instrumentation, Electronics, Engineering Technology, or related technical field.
• Experience: 2–5 years of calibration experience in a regulated pharmaceutical, biotech, or GMP manufacturing environment. Troubleshooting experience on various instruments like pressure transmitters, temperature, relative humidity sensors etc. is must.
• Certifications (preferred):
  • Training in USP <41>, <1251>, and <1058> practices

Skills:

• Strong understanding of GMP, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, and data integrity principles.
• Familiarity with calibration software such as SAP etc.
• Working knowledge of risk-based instrument classification.
• Excellent documentation and problem-solving skills.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements:

• Ability to work in cleanroom, lab, and utility areas following gowning and safety protocols.
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs and work on ladders, if needed.
• Occasional weekend or off-shift support may be required.