Calibration Technician

Bristol Myers Squibb; New Jersey; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in New Jersey is seeking an LSM Calibration Technician. This role involves supporting lab operations through equipment calibration and maintenance, ensuring compliance with cGMP standards, and requires 3+ years of experience in the pharma or medical device industry. Exceptional communication skills and the ability to multitask are essential. This contract position offers a chance to contribute significantly to manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of lab experience preferred in pharma or medical device industry or manufacturing.
• Ability to interact effectively with QC, Manufacturing, QA, and Engineering & Facilities groups.

Responsibilities

• Executes equipment calibration and preventative maintenance in lab and manufacturing areas.
• Documents calibration information using the CMMS system.
• Supports clinical manufacturing on‑call equipment troubleshooting during weekends.
• Ensures all calibration and performance records are filed appropriately after approval.

Skills

Knowledge of cGMP and good documentation practices

Strong problem‑solving skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Strong multi‑tasking and organizational ability

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge of scheduling software

Education

High school Diploma or Associates or Bachelor's degree

Tools

Blue Mountain RAM

Maximo Computerized Maintenance Management System

Job description

The LSM Calibration Technician supports the successful operation of laboratory and clinical manufacturing operations through collaboration with internal team members, internal customers, and external service providers.

• Knowledge of cGMP and good documentation practices.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical, manufacturing and laboratory systems and equipment.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with experience dealing with a diverse workforce where individual initiative, accountability to the team, and professional maturity are required.
• Strong multi‑tasking and organizational ability. Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and activities simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; innate ability to learn new software, such as corporate intranet and enterprise applications.
• Working knowledge of scheduling software and systems, and inventory management systems, e.g., Blue Mountain RAM and/or Maximo Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) preferred.
• Ability to interact effectively with QC, Manufacturing, QA, and Engineering & Facilities groups.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Operational Activities
• Executes equipment calibration, preventative maintenance, performance verification, troubleshooting and repair activities in laboratory and manufacturing areas, as required per current scheduling (CMMS) System.
• Escorts and supervises vendors for calibration, preventative maintenance, performance verification and repair functions as required per current scheduling (CMMS) System.
• Reviews and approves vendor executed calibration, maintenance, repair, and performance verification records for accuracy, and completeness.
• Documents and populates calibration/maintenance information in WPT (Work Plan Template) or MDT (Measurement Data Template) using CMMS system.
• Modifies or update CMMS documentation as required.
• Prepares reports and keeps records on calibration inspection, testing, and repairs.
• Executes requalification on Controlled Temperature Units (ex. Refrigerators, Freezers (which includes -20C / -80C Freezers), Incubators, Cryotanks, Cryopods, and Storage Rooms/Areas).
• Supports multiple sites within Warren and Summit.
• Supports clinical manufacturing on‑call equipment troubleshooting activities during weekends as required.
• Ensures all calibration, PM, and performance verification records are filed appropriately after approval.
• Contacts supplier for quotation on external calibration/PM of the equipment and calibration standards
• Initiates, participates, and assists in resolution of quality investigations.
• Authors and supports the development, revision, and review of written Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for calibration, preventive maintenance, and performance verification of instruments/equipment.
• Supports the development, review and approval of calibration and maintenance plans in site CMMS system.
• Supports the execution of process improvement studies, as required.
• Adheres to written policies and procedures governing the LSM department activities and the equipment they manage to ensure compliance with approved standards.
• Performs inventory of the equipment and/or standards in the labs as required.
• Maintains a positive relationship with the site customers and outside vendors while promoting a positive team environment.
• Participates actively in special projects as required.
• Ensure low cost of the Laboratory Systems Management (LSM) department (Reducing overtime, implementing innovative ideas)
• Plans, justify and implement cost reduction small projects.
• Usage of several test equipment and tools (e.g., pressure gauges, temperature, humidity meters, flow meters, particle counters and temperature mapping equipment etc.)
• Follows cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices) and ALCOA principles ('ALCOA' defines that data should be Attributable, Legible, Contemporaneous, Original, and Accurate) In addition, 'ALCOA+' guidance recommends that data is also Complete, Consistent, Enduring, and Available.

Inventory Management

• Work with planning group to ensure system is updated as calibration, maintenance and performance verification activities are performed.
• Perform NCRs investigations.

Regulatory Responsibilities

• Maintains all required Corporate, Facilities and EHS training as required.
• Adheres to all safety procedures and hazard communication.

Education and Experience

• High school Diploma or Associates or Bachelor's degree.
• 3+ years of lab experience preferred in pharma or medical device industry or manufacturing.

Working Condition

Physical / Mental Demands

• Occasional stooping, bending, stretching, pushing, pulling, reaching, and/or lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move within workspace for extended periods.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks including hand to finger manipulations, grasping, pushing, and pulling.

Environmental Conditions

• Environment may include working in office, laboratory, or manufacturing area.
• Donning proper gowning and/or PPE such as safety glasses and shoes in an environment with hazardous materials and waste will be required.
• Working safely and effectively when working alone or working with others will be required.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. The primary duties and responsibilities are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job.

This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. There are other duties and responsibilities that are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of this job. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job‑related duties as requested by management.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Manufacturing and Information Technology

Industries

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing