Calibration Specialist

americas-cookmedical; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Americas-Cook Medical is seeking a Calibration Specialist I to perform and support calibration and repair of IM&TE while maintaining compliance to the Quality System. The role focuses on achieving accurate measurements across electrical, temperature, dimensional and other parameters, following work orders and cGMP requirements.

You will collaborate with Facilities, Production Engineering, R&D, Quality and Administration, maintain calibration program records, and contribute to continuous

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in a technical discipline or equivalent calibration background.
• 2 years of calibration/instrumentation experience preferred.
• Familiarity with CGMP, CFR 820 and ISO regulations.
• Proficiency with CCMS administration and Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate IM&TE and support calibration/repair activities.
• Maintain calibration program records and tracking for cGMP systems.
• Follow methods based on measurement science for accuracy and precision.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Analytical thinking

Education

Associates Degree in calibration/instrumentation

Tools

CCMS (Calibration Management Software)

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Overview

The primary function of the Calibration Specialist I is to perform and support calibration and repair of Inspection, Measurement and Test Equipment, (IM&TE), while maintaining compliance to the Quality System. This position is responsible for execution and continuous improvement of calibration and repair of IM&TE parameters such as electrical/electronic, temperature, physical, dimensional, humidity, frequency, torque, mass, and analytical measurements using traceable reference standards, following work order instructions, and adhering strictly to cGMP requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform calibration of IM&TE, provide support to organization on new and existing equipment potentially needing calibration.
• Ensure maintenance of the calibration program tracking all equipment associated with cGMP equipment and systems.
• Follow and ensure compliance to methods and techniques based on principles of measurement science, technical analysis of measurement issues, accuracy and precision requirements.
• Assist with generation of QSPs, calibration instructions, deviation/failure investigations, change control documentation, and reports.
• Interface with various business functions including Facilities, Production Engineering, R&D, Quality, and Administration teams.
• Correspond with approved service suppliers to ensure appropriate calibration of equipment, instruments, and systems.
• Must maintain all training requirements for the position, while seeking out opportunities for continuous development and growth.
• Adhere to the Quality Management System and its processes to meet FDA 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, and other applicable regulatory requirements.

• Must work and interact effectively and professionally with and for others throughout various levels of the global organization.
• Must strictly adhere to safety requirements.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Must maintain company quality and quantity standards.
• Must have effective communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative and independent work situations and environments withminimal supervision.
• Ability to remain calm and receptive in fast paced situations.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in a technical discipline specific to calibration and instrumentation, or experience of such kind and amount as to provide a comparable background.
• 2 years of experience in calibration and instrumentation preferred.
• Awareness of Computerized Calibration Management Software (CCMS) administration and management.
• Awareness of cGMP, CFR 820 and ISO regulations.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Ability to travel approximately 10% as necessary to other facilities.
• Must be able to perform reasonable job functions requiring periods of sitting, standing, walking, communicating.
• Utilizes close visual acuity for working with computers, etc.