Laboratory Equipment Calibration & Troubleshooting Specialist

QRC Group; Gurabo (PR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

QRC Group in Gurabo, Puerto Rico is seeking a Laboratory Equipment Calibration & Troubleshooting Specialist to ensure accuracy and compliance of calibration records. You will review calibration data, monitor schedules, and help maintain instrument performance.

The role requires hands-on troubleshooting, strong data analysis, and collaboration with quality and maintenance teams to keep laboratory equipment reliable and in regulatory environments.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in engineering, life sciences, chemistry, biotechnology, or related field.
• Experience with calibration, maintenance, or instrumentation.
• Understanding of calibration records, documentation practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Hands-on troubleshooting of laboratory instruments.
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and resolve equipment issues.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify laboratory equipment calibration data to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor calibration schedules and support preventive maintenance activities.
• Investigate calibration discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot laboratory equipment issues and coordinate repairs or maintenance.
• Collaborate with laboratory personnel, quality teams, and maintenance groups to ensure equipment reliability.
• Maintain documentation related to calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment performance and compliance.

Skills

Calibration data analysis

Laboratory equipment maintenance

Instrumentation troubleshooting

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis & trend identification

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Engineering or Life Sciences

Tools

CMMS

Laboratory systems

Job description

Laboratory Equipment Calibration & Troubleshooting Specialist

Gurabo, Puerto Rico | Posted on 09/18/2026

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled professional to support laboratory operations by ensuring the accuracy and compliance of laboratory equipment calibration records. The ideal candidate will have experience reviewing calibration data, maintaining equipment performance, and troubleshooting laboratory instruments.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and verify laboratory equipment calibration data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor calibration schedules and support timely completion of preventive maintenance activities.
• Investigate calibration discrepancies and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Troubleshoot laboratory equipment issues and coordinate repairs or maintenance activities as required.
• Collaborate with laboratory personnel, quality teams, and maintenance groups to ensure equipment reliability and operational readiness.
• Maintain accurate documentation related to calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to laboratory equipment performance and compliance.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a related technical field.
• Experience working with laboratory equipment calibration, maintenance, or instrumentation.
• Strong understanding of calibration records, documentation practices, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Hands‑on experience troubleshooting laboratory instruments and diagnosing technical issues.
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and resolve equipment-related problems.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Experience in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or regulated manufacturing environment is preferred.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of GMP, GLP, and data integrity requirements.
• Experience with laboratory systems and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.