Calibration Technician

The KYO Group; Ridgefield (NJ); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The KYO Group seeks an experienced calibration technician to perform calibrations on manufacturing and utility systems, Building Automation & Controls and PLCs in a cGMP Biotech environment in New Jersey.

You will operate, troubleshoot and repair complex utility systems (WFI, RODI, Clean Steam, CIP, Autoclaves, Glassware Washers, HVAC, and process equipment), provide technical direction and responsive support, and assist with start-up/commissioning while maintaining GDP/EAM documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ industry experience performing calibrations on utility systems, HVAC systems and manufacturing equipment.
• Experience reading control schematics, loop diagrams, and P&IDs.
• Experience working for a metrology organization in a cGMP Biotech/Pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Proficient with MS Office, Building Management Systems, Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and CCMS.
• Highly specialized metrology knowledge; recognized as a source of expertise.

Responsibilities

• Perform calibrations on manufacturing and utility systems, Building Automation & Controls and PLCs.
• Operate, troubleshoot and repair complex utility systems including WFI, RODI, Clean Steam, CIP, Autoclaves, Glassware Washers, production vessels, HVAC, cold/warm rooms, control systems, compressed gases, plant steam/condensate, and wastewater treatment.
• Provide technical direction and responsive customer support.
• Complete and provide accurate documentation in cGMP operations; review and close records per GDP and EAM policies.
• Respond to, assign and ensure completion of Emergency and High priority work requests; ensure safety compliance.
• Support facility start-up projects during initial calibrations and commissioning activities as required.

Skills

Metrology expertise

Control systems theory

Troubleshooting complex utilities

Documentation skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate’s or technical degree

Tools

MS Office

BMS

DCS

CCMS

Job description

Performs calibrations on all manufacturing and utility systems, Building Automation & Controls and PLC’s.

Operate, troubleshoot and repair complex utility systems which may include WFI, RODI, Clean Steam, CIP, Autoclaves, Glassware Washers, production vessels, HVAC, Cold/Warm Rooms, control systems, compressed gases, plant steam/condensate, bulk chemical distribution and waste water treatment

Provide technical direction and responsive customer support

May assist with facility start up projects in support of performing initial calibrations and commissioning activities, as required

Complete and provide accurate documentation, as required in cGMP operations Reviews and closes all paper and electronic preventive and corrective records in accordance with all Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and EAM policies and procedures to ensure right first time.

Respond to, assign and ensure completion of Emergency and High priority work requests. Ensure activities executed under their performance are compliant with all safe work practices and policies

HSE

It is required that individuals care for their own safety and wellbeing. Individuals must promote a safe working environment for employees and contractors working in their area of responsibility.

The individual must support all Sanofi and site HSE policies as well as ensure that work performed is compliant with local HSE regulations.

Individuals must complete all required HSE trainings. Everyone is required to report all accidents and incidents and support investigations in their areas of responsibility. Individuals must ensure timely closure of HSE actions owned by their departments.

Education / Experience (Requirements)

High School diploma or GED

Minimum of 5 years’ industry experience performing calibrations on utility systems, HVAC systems and manufacturing equipment.

Experience reading control schematics, loop diagrams, and P&IDs

Experience working for a metrology organization in a cGMP Biotech/Pharmaceutical manufacturing environment

Associate’s or Equal Technical degree

Proficient computer skills utilizing MS Office suite applications, Building Management Systems, Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Computerized Calibration Management Systems (CCMS)

Requires sounds knowledge of engineering theory coupled with seasoned experience. Work is highly specialized. Is recognized as a source of expertise in metrology