Laboratory Asset Reliability Coordinator

W.R. Grace & Co.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Grace, a leading global supplier of catalysts and engineered materials, seeks a Laboratory Asset Reliability Coordinator at the Curtis Bay Analytical Services Center in Baltimore, MD. The role focuses on maintenance, repair, and IT support for analytical equipment across multiple labs while upholding GMP standards.

The position requires hands-on repair experience, a STEM degree, and IT/database skills. The job emphasizes safety, lifecycle management, vendor coordination, and staff training in a

Qualifications

• BS or higher in a STEM field.
• 3+ years hands-on experience in service and repair of analytical equipment.
• Experience using IT tools including database systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair analytical equipment in multiple laboratories.
• Ensure proper operation of lab IT systems.
• Champion laboratory safety and GMP compliance.
• Lead installation, qualification, and validation of analytical equipment.
• Develop and manage preventive maintenance programs for reliability.
• Oversee equipment lifecycle planning and vendor relationships.
• Coordinate lab information systems support and instrument integrations with IT.
• Train staff on equipment operation and routine maintenance.
• Diagnose equipment issues and provide technical support.
• Analyze performance, conduct root-cause investigations, and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Hands-on repair of analytical gear

IT tools & databases

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in scientific field

Tools

Labware LIMS

eMaint

Microsoft Excel macros

Job description

Laboratory Asset Reliability Coordinator

Grace, a Standard Industries company, is a leading global supplier of catalysts, engineered materials and fine chemicals. We provide innovative products, technologies and services which our customers use to manufacture everyday products like renewable fuels, pharmaceuticals, toothpaste, cosmetics, food packaging, beer, edible oils and more. Our thousands of employees help shape a better future at our global headquarters in Columbia, MD and locations worldwide.

Job Description

Built on talent, technology, and trust, Grace is a leading global supplier of catalysts and engineered materials. The company’s two industry-leading business segments-Catalysts Technologies and Materials Technologies-provide innovative products, technologies, and services that enhance the products and processes of our customers around the world. Grace employs approximately 4,300 people in over 30 countries.

Based at the Curtis Bay Analytical Services Center, the Laboratory Asset Reliability Coordinator will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of analytical equipment in the Chemicals, X-ray, Surface Area, Physicals, and Ecat laboratories. This position is also responsible for ensuring the correct operation of the IT Systems for the lab.

• Champion laboratory safety and ensure compliance with GMP and facility standards.
• Lead installation, qualification, and validation of analytical equipment.
• Develop and manage preventive maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability.
• Oversee equipment lifecycle planning, including capital upgrades and replacements.
• Manage vendor relationships, service contracts, and external maintenance support.
• Coordinate laboratory information systems support and instrument integrations with IT.
• Train staff on equipment operation, troubleshooting, and routine maintenance.
• Diagnose equipment issues, perform repairs, and provide technical support as needed.
• Analyze equipment performance, conduct root cause investigations, and drive continuous

Physical Requirements and Environment

• Ability to follow safety protocols and standards working in a laboratory environment with highly hazardous materials
• Ability to work in a high hazard environment, including adverse weather conditions, elevated spaces, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and noisy surroundings.
• Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs and ladders over 100 ft.
• Must be willing to wear PPE (Personal Protective equipment) including but not limited to hard hat, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, Level A suit, full face respirator

Required Qualifications

• B.S. or higher in scientific (STEM) field
• 3+ years of hand’s on experience in service and repair of analytical equipment
• Experience using standard IT tools including database systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Labware LIMS systems
• Experience with eMaint or similar equipment database software
• Experience with Microsoft excel including macros and BASIC
• Experience generating and monitoring metrics including driving continuous improvement activities
• Experience dealing with equipment vendors from both a procurement and maintenance perspective
• Experience supporting a 24/7 operation including on-call responsibilities
• Demonstrated expertise in service and repair of laboratory equipment
• Demonstrated expertise with laboratory information management systems and computer interfaces
• Demonstrated ability to influence others not under direct line of command

To be considered for this position, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer.