Calibration Specialist

Fresenius Kabi; Melrose Park (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company contributions

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Job summary

Fresenius Kabi in Melrose Park, IL, is hiring a Calibration Specialist to calibrate and repair laboratory instruments used to monitor manufacturing and quality decisions. You will coordinate on-site or off-site calibrations and maintain calibration programs to meet quality and regulatory standards.

Ideal candidates have an Associate Degree in Electronics or Science, 1 year of relevant experience, and knowledge of calibration SOPs.

Qualifications

• Requires Associate Degree in Electronics or Science related field; practical experience acceptable.
• 1 year of relevant work experience in regulated environments preferred.
• Military PMEL training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate and maintain analytical laboratory instruments per site SOPs and coordinate vendor calibrations.
• Review and approve vendor calibration documents per site procedures.
• Maintain accurate calibration maintenance records compliant with cGMP/cGLP.

Skills

Calibration

Metrology

Troubleshooting

SOPs

Documentation

Education

Associate Degree in Electronics or Science related field

Job description

Job Summary

Hourly Rate: $25.50 to $35.00

Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to experience level, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Our benefits and programs are comprehensive and thoughtfully crafted to ensure our colleagues live healthy lives and have support when it matters most. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with company contributions, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, employee assistance program, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage.

Responsibilities

The Calibration Specialist is responsible for performing the calibration and repair of various instrumentation within the facility that is used for monitoring both Critical and Non-Critical process parameters related to various manufacturing and support functions used to determine Quality decisions. Will participate in the coordination of calibration activities in order to meet established Quality, regulatory and customer requirements.

Job Responsibilities:

• Calibrate / maintain analytical laboratory instruments according to site SOP's. Coordinate vendor calibrations for on-site or off-site calibration service.
• Review and approve vendor calibration documents per site standard operating procedures.
• Maintain orderly, accurate, and accessible records of calibration maintenance and repairs performed on all instruments in compliance with cGMP/cGLP requirements.
• Prepare / revise instrument calibration and preventive maintenance SOP's for new and existing instruments.
• Distribute monthly calibration schedules generated from the calibration data management system to Operation/Production Management and department supervisors.
• Ensure that the metrology's standards, tools, and other equipment are securely stored. Ensure all equipment, manuals, tools, etc. are properly returned to the delegated storage at the end of the day.
• Develop expertise in the maintenance, operation, and troubleshooting of laboratory analytical equipment.
• Troubleshoot and perform repairs on site instruments as needed.
• Assist supporting departments on the selection of new, replacement of test and measurement devices.
• Maintain Calibration files for ease of retrieving metrology documentation for audits and customer requests.
• All employees are responsible for ensuring the compliance to company documents, programs and activities related to the Health, Safety, Environment, Energy, and Quality Management Systems, as per your roles and responsibilities

Job Requirements:

• Associate Degree in Electronics, or Science related field or equivalent practical experience strongly preferred
• 1-year relevant work experience ideally in a regulated environment required.
• Preferred formal Military PMEL Training

The Company’s primary business language is English. The successful candidate must be able to effectively speak, read, write, and understand English to perform the essential functions of the position, including independently understanding policies, procedures, training materials, and workplace communications written in English due to our heavily regulated work environment.

Additional Information

We offer an excellent salary and benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as life insurance, disability,401K with company contribution, andwellness program.

Please note that joining our team does not create a guaranteed or permanent employment arrangement. All employment is at-will, meaning both the employee and Fresenius Kabi have the right to end the employment relationship at any time, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Fresenius Kabi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.