Calibration and Maintenance Technician

Pfizer; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 41,328 - 45,460; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life insurance options

Job summary

Pfizer is hiring a Calibration and Maintenance Technician in Groton, CT. You will maintain cGMP mechanical equipment, perform calibrations, and lead repairs. The job involves preventive maintenance and troubleshooting. Ideally, candidates should possess a High School Diploma and 2+ years of relevant experience, with strong communication skills. This contract role offers a pay rate of $30 to $33 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package based on eligibility.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in equipment, electrical, or instrumentation maintenance.
• Familiarity with GMP fundamentals.
• Able to lift more than 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform calibrations in compliance with site policies and procedures.
• Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance on equipment.
• Read and interpret equipment schematics and engineering drawings.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organization skills

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree in Science or technical discipline

Tools

Calibration tools

Delta V Production Control System

Job description

Calibration and Maintenance Technician (Contract)

Location: Groton, CT, United States (On-site)

Contract: 11 months 13 days

Published 2 days ago

Description

Under minimal supervision and working within documented operational procedures, maintain facility cGMP mechanical equipment. Lead complex mechanical repairs, perform instrument calibrations, and lock out tag outs supporting facility project upgrades or routine maintenance. Initiate, complete and close on-demand and scheduled work orders.

Participate in training other technicians on new equipment and upgrades.

Assist operational staff with problem solving and equipment troubleshooting.

Participate in department meetings and safety meetings as required.

Committed to continually improving skills through participation in educational opportunities, whether offered on the job, within or outside the facility, to increase knowledge base.

May be asked to work on a flexible schedule to meet the department needs in the facility when required.

Responsibilities

• Perform calibrations in compliance with site policies and procedures, ensuring traceability to NIST standards.
• Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance on production and utility equipment.
• Install, specify, and calibrate process instrumentation and laboratory devices.
• Troubleshoot and repair instrumentation and automation systems.
• Read and interpret equipment schematics, logic diagrams, and engineering drawings.
• Use calibration tools and equipment safely and effectively.
• Maintain accurate documentation of calibration and maintenance activities.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma with 2+ years of experience in equipment, electrical and/or instrumentation maintenance, computer skills, and familiarity with GMP fundamentals.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated capability to support others within a matrix development team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree (Science or technical discipline).
• Mechanical aptitude and desire to execute hands on manual labor.
• Experience with Delta V Production Control System.
• Experience in a Pharmaceutical cGMP manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift more than 50 lbs.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment and work in proximity of hazardous materials.

Non-Standard Work Schedule, Travel, or Environment Requirements

• Candidate must be able and willing to work outside of standard day shift hours and on weekends as necessary.

Pay Rate Range

Min Pay Rate: $30 per hour
Max Pay Rate: $33 per hour

Benefits Information

Comprehensive Benefits Package available based on eligibility, including Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), supplemental and voluntary life insurance.