Instrumentation Technician (Various Shifts: Days, Swing, Grave)

Amgen Inc. (IR); Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen Inc. in Thousand Oaks, CA seeks an Instrumentation Technician to perform calibration, maintenance, installation and repair of process control instruments and building systems.

You will document work, troubleshoot equipment, and communicate status to operators and stakeholders while maintaining GMP-compliant practices. Typical duties include working within a cross-functional team, reviewing maintenance plans, and participating in on-call rotations.

Qualifications

• Experience with instrumentation, calibration, and metrology programs.
• Experience in mechanical maintenance with emphasis on sanitary equipment.
• Knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• Experience in a cGMP regulated environment.
• Experience documenting work orders in CMMS and interpreting P&IDs.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled calibration, maintenance, installation, repair, and troubleshooting of instruments and equipment in process control and building systems.
• Complete quality and safety documentation according to GMPs, SOPs and policies.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment and ensure effective communication with operators and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate work order documentation in the CMMS and participate in on-call rotations as needed.
• Identify waste and improvement opportunities and assist with implementation.

Skills

Instrumentation

Calibration

Metrology

cGMP experience

Education

High school/GED + 1 year maintenance/ manufacturing experience OR Military experience OR Associate's degree

Tools

CMMS

P&ID interpretation

Job description

Career Category Maintenance Job Description Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do. Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity-related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives. Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Instrumentation Technician

What you will do

• Perform scheduled calibration, corrective maintenance, installation, repair, and troubleshooting of instruments and equipment used in process control systems and building systems across the site.
• Complete quality and safety documentation while performing work in a safe, compliant, and timely manner according to predefined schedules and in alignment with GMPs, SOPs, and Amgen policies.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment and systems as needed.
• Ensure work activities are communicated effectively to system operators and key stakeholders.
• Ensure work order documentation is completed accurately and completely in the maintenance management system.
• Work in a highly productive and efficient manner to maximize maintenance activities while minimizing impact to production.
• Review or contribute to maintenance of reports, forms, plans, and records as required.
• Identify waste, workflow interruptions, and opportunities for improvement; recommend solutions and assist with implementation.
• Actively participate in training and development to build new technical skills and improve overall team performance.
• Represent the maintenance team in cross-functional discussions and meetings when required.
• Provide facility and manufacturing support including participation in on‑call rotations or shifts outside normal working hours (nights, weekends, or holidays) as needed.
• Available to work the various shifts (day, swing, graves, weekends, holidays, 5x8hrs, 4x10hrs, 3 or 4x12hrs) or as needed.

Additional Required Skills

• Good organizational skills and the ability to read and understand technical documentation such as operating manuals and engineering drawings.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time and lift up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction and communicate task status effectively.

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The technical professional we seek is a collaborative and motivated team player with the following qualifications.

Basic Qualifications

• High school/GED + 1 year of maintenance, operations, manufacturing work experience or military experience OR Associate's degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with instrumentation, calibration, and metrology programs.
• Experience in mechanical maintenance with emphasis on sanitary processing equipment and systems.
• Knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• Experience working in a cGMP regulated environment.
• Experience documenting work orders in a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Ability to interpret P&IDs and technical diagrams.
• Technical school training with hands‑on experience in operations, manufacturing, or maintenance.
• Strong computer and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams and provide technical guidance when needed.

What you can expect of us

From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way. The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications. In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:

• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
• Stock-based long-term incentives
• Award-winning time‑off plans
• Flexible work models where possible.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed. As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

Application deadline

Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

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Salary Range

71,939.75USD -97,330.25 USD

Equal Opportunity Employer

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Company Overview

Amgen is committed to unlocking the potential of biology for patients suffering from serious illnesses by discovering, developing, manufacturing and delivering innovative human therapeutics. This approach begins by using tools like advanced human genetics to unravel the complexities of disease and understand the fundamentals of human biology. Amgen focuses on areas of high unmet medical need and leverages its biologics manufacturing expertise to stride toward solutions that improve health outcomes and dramatically improve people's lives. A biotechnology pioneer since 1980, Amgen has grown to be one of the world's leading independent biotechnology companies, has reached millions of patients around the world and is developing a pipeline of medicines with breakaway potential. For more information, visit www.amgen.com and follow us on www.twitter.com/amgen