Calibration Technician - Day Shift

BlueRidge Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Ridge Automation is seeking a full‑time Instrument Calibration Technician for 100% onsite work at our Indianapolis client site. You will perform routine and non‑routine calibrations in line with GLP/GMP and FDA regulations, maintaining traceable standards and supporting manufacturing and quality teams.

The role requires hands‑on calibration of instruments, documentation, and participation in continuous improvement initiatives. Prior FDA/regulated environment experience is ideal.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in calibration, instrument work, or related roles.
• Minimum 2 years in instrumentation/calibration in regulated or industrial environments.
• Working knowledge of 21 CFR Part 58.63, Part 210, and Part 211.
• Proficient with calibration equipment: multimeters, temperature calibrators, oil/ice baths, pressure gauges.
• Familiarity with Beamex, ProCal, or similar calibration management systems.
• Understanding of Secondary Reference Points and Maximum Permissible Error (MPE).
• Experience with automation systems, PLCs, or control valves.
• Overtime and night shift may be required.

Responsibilities

• Adjusts/repairs instruments to meet calibration tolerance requirements.
• Set-up standards and lab equipment to test, evaluate, and calibrate instruments.
• Participate in lean initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and cost savings.
• Interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, datasheets, and OEM manuals for calibrations.
• Maintain reference standards with traceability to NIST or national metrology institutes.
• Provide timely calibration support to manufacturing, packaging, quality, and other teams.
• Support GMP/GLP documentation and internal/external audits.

Skills

Instrumentation calibration

Troubleshooting

Quality compliance

Calibration procedures

Education

Technical certification or relevant training

Tools

Beamex

ProCal

Calibration software

Job description

About Us

Blue Ridge Automation is a leading automation company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that enhance productivity and efficiency for our clients. We pride ourselves on our commitment to our core values: Teamwork, Character, Grit, Excellence, Progress, and Vision.

Job Summary

Blue Ridge Automation is seeking to fill a full‑time Instrument Calibration Technician. The Calibration Technician performs routine and non‑routine instrument calibrations in compliance with 21 CFR Part 58.63, Part 210, and Part 211, aligning with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). This includes maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and repairs on a variety of equipment and instruments. This position will report to Blue Ridge's Foreman onsite and is 100% onsite. This role is ideal for a detail‑oriented technician who has previous experience in FDA‑regulated, aerospace, or pharmaceutical environments.

Job Details

Position Type: Hourly Full‑Time

Location: Onsite at Blue Ridge Client in Indianapolis

Shift: 12 hour day shift. Rotating every other weekend (Week 1: Mon, Thurs, Fri. Week 2: Tues, Wed, Sat, Sun)

Key Responsibilities

• Adjusts/repairs instruments to meet calibration tolerance requirements.

• Set‑up standards and special purpose laboratory equipment to test, evaluate, and calibrate instruments—including researching instrument specification and calibration techniques for new equipment, as applicable.

• Participate in continuous improvement functions (lean initiatives), which increase efficiency, solve problems, generate cost savings and improve quality Analyze calibration data relative to Maximum Permissible Error (MPE) and initiate corrective actions for out‑of‑tolerance conditions.

• Interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, datasheets, and OEM manuals to guide both field and bench calibrations.

• Maintain reference standards with traceability to NIST or other national metrology institutes.

• Ensure timely and accurate calibration support to manufacturing, packaging, quality, and other departments where current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) equipment and instruments are used.

• Ensure compliance with GMP/GLP documentation practices and support both internal audits and external regulatory inspections.

Job Requirements

• 3+ years Experiences, skills, certifications, or expertise that are relevant and desirable this position.

• Minimum 2 years experience in instrumentation or calibration within regulated or industrial environments

• Working knowledge of 21 CFR Part 58.63, Part 210, and Part 211

• Proficiency in using calibration equipment such as multimeters, temperature calibrators, oil/ice baths, and pressure gauges

• Familiarity with Beamex, ProCal, or comparable calibration management systems

• Understanding of Secondary Reference Points and Maximum Permissible Error (MPE)

• Experience with automation systems, PLCs, or control valves

• Other duties as required and may require overtime work and/or the occasional night shift.