Calibration Technician - Night Shift

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

Job summary

Blue Ridge Automation, an Indianapolis-based automation leader, seeks a full-time Instrument Calibration Technician to perform routine and non-routine calibrations on site, complying with GLP/GMP and 21 CFR regulations. The role reports to Calibration Manager and operates 100% onsite.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in instrument calibration within regulated environments and is comfortable with night shift duties (12-hour shift) and premium rates. Experience with Beamex/ProCal is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in instrumentation or calibration in regulated/industrial settings.
• Familiar with 21 CFR Parts 58.63, 210, 211 and GMP/GLP practices.
• Experience with calibration equipment (multimeters, calibrators, baths, pressure gauges).

Responsibilities

• Adjusts/repairs instruments to meet calibration tolerances.
• Set up standards and lab equipment for testing, evaluating, and calibrating instruments.
• Analyze calibration data relative to MPE and initiate corrective actions for out-of-tolerance conditions.
• Interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, datasheets, and OEM manuals for field and bench calibrations.
• Maintain reference standards with traceability to NIST or other metrology institutes.
• Support GMP/GLP documentation and audits.

Skills

Instrumentation calibration

Regulated environment

Beamex/ProCal familiarity

GMP/GLP knowledge

Tools

Beamex

ProCal

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 reports to the Calibration Manager 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 night shift (premium rate for night 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

Headquartered in Indiana, Blue Ridge began in 2011 focused on complex food and beverage liquid processing system automation.

As the company grew, so did our list of innovative solutions for our clients: better data visibility, electrical planning and facility power safety, and finding skilled technicians to augment their teams.

Our goal is to empower clients with the tools needed to own their operations, and sustain long-term growth. We want businesses coming back to work with us because they want to, never because they have to.

Today, our diverse team of experts provide custom turnkey solutions to leading companies in a range of industries: