Manager, Metrology

Fujifilm; North Carolina; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

FUJIFILM Biotechnologies in North Carolina is seeking a Metrology Manager to lead the Metrology team, ensuring calibration of utilities and equipment aligns with business goals and stakeholder needs. You will oversee instrument calibration standards, manage the calibration system, and drive training and staffing for continuous performance.

The role requires extensive experience in process/manufacturing engineering, validation principles, and strong leadership to guide the team and maintain

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering with 10+ years relevant experience, or M.S. with 6+ years.
• 5+ years of direct process/manufacturing engineering experience.
• Working knowledge of validation principles for utility systems qualification.
• 5+ years of management experience in a technical setting.
• Familiarity with Quality Management Systems.
• In-depth knowledge of bio-pharma clean utilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Metrology team to ensure Process Measurement and Control Instrumentation is maintained per standards.
• Provide 24/7 emergency coverage for device troubleshooting and repair.
• Oversee scheduling of instruments repairs and calibrations with on-site staff or vendors.
• Ensure effective team communication and tracking of Work Orders.
• Provide technical leadership and coaching to team and site personnel.
• Develop organizational capabilities and staff development.
• Drive and monitor performance against goals and KPIs.
• Manage preventive maintenance based on risk and reliability.
• Maintain GEP for instruments and Work Orders.
• Handle Change Controls, Deviations, CAPAs in Quality System.
• Collaborate with Engineering, QA, MTS, and Manufacturing to document specs.
• Provide input to Site Validation Master Plans for Process Measurement and Control.
• Develop SOPs and Work Instructions; provide inspection support.

Skills

Staff management

Validation principles

Communication

Leadership

Bio-pharma utilities

Project proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Education

BS in Engineering

MS in Engineering

Tools

Calibration management system

Quality Management System

Job description

Position Overview

The Metrology Manager manages the Metrology team for calibrations of utilities and equipment for the site. The position ensures goals and objectives for the team are well established and in line with business needs and stakeholder expectations while overseeing the team’s daily operations including pre/post calibrations, instrument setup and configuration, and 24/7 site instrument troubleshooting support.

The Metrology Manager serves as the System Owner for instrument calibration standards. In addition, the role oversees the electronic calibration management system and the initiation of any Out of Tolerance (OOT) reports in the quality system. The Metrology Manager will lead the Metrology team to recruit, train, and guide resources to ensure the performance and productivity of the group.

Company Overview

At FUJIFILM Biotechnologies, we’re leading the charge in advancing tomorrow’s medicines. If you want to be a part of life-impacting projects alongside today’s most innovative biopharmaceutical companies, FUJIFILM Biotechnologies could be the right place for you.

From our Bioprocess Innovation Center to our cGMP-compliant manufacturing site, we thrive on collaboration, creativity, and purpose. Whether your expertise lies in research, manufacturing, or production, you’ll find a home here where your efforts directly improve patients’ lives. Together, let’s shape the future of healthcare.

Situated at the cross-section of Morrisville and Research Triangle Park (RTP), North Carolina, our site is at the heart of a booming biotech hub surrounded by top universities, vibrant communities, and various outdoor opportunities.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.” Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers

Job Description

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the Metrology team to ensure that Process Measurement and Control Instrumentation is maintained in accordance with FDBU standards and specifications.
• Ensures existing instrumentation is turned over in good working condition providing 24/7 emergency coverage for the troubleshooting and repair of plantwide Process Measurement and Control Instrumentation.
• Oversee the scheduling of instrument repairs and calibrations through on-site staff or approved vendors.
• Ensure effective team communication and tracking of open Work Orders and operational issues.
• Provide technical leadership and coaching to members of the team and broader site personnel when required.
• Develop organizational capabilities to ensure continued staff development.
• Develop functional goals, drive, and monitor performance against goals and KPIs.
• Manage preventive maintenance assignments based on risk and reliability management.
• Manage and maintain Good Engineering Practice (GEP) for instruments and associated Work Orders.
• Manage required system owner Quality System documents including Change Controls, Deviations, Corrective and/or Preventive Actions.
• Collaborate with Engineering, MTS, QA, and Manufacturing functions to document equipment specifications and user requirements.
• Provide technical support in case of instrument-related process deviations in root cause investigation and implementation of Corrective and/or Preventive Actions.
• Provide input to the Site Validation Master Plans as needed for Process Measurement and Control Instrumentation.
• Develop and maintain task‑related Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions.
• Provide client and regulatory inspection support.

Required Skills/Education:

• B.S. Degree in Engineering or related technical degree with 10+ years relevant experience OR M.S. with 6+ years relevant experience. Including 5+ years of direct process engineering or manufacturing engineering experience.
• Working knowledge of validation principles to provide support for utility systems qualification.
• Proven track record of staff management, capable of developing people and teams with 5+ years of management experience.
• Familiarity with Quality Management Systems.
• Sound industry knowledge, project proficiency, and autonomy are expected.
• Must possess in-depth knowledge of bio‑pharmaceutical Clean Utilities.
• Ability to organize and present technical overviews to staff, cross‑functional departments, and site management.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team‑based environment with employees at all levels.
• Maintains effective relationships across functional units gaining their trust and respect.
• Puts accomplishing the goals of the team ahead of accomplishing individual goals.
• Openly shares expertise with co‑workers to help strengthen general knowledge and skills.
• Solicits input/feedback from others beyond role or departmental boundaries as a developmental opportunity.
• Approaches situations objectively and is receptive to various viewpoints.
• Exhibits professionalism and sets an example for others to follow.
• Self‑starter and detail‑oriented.
• Ability to manage commitments for self and the team while displaying an eagerness to learn and continuously improve.
• Excellent presentation skills with the ability to clearly articulate sound reasoning and data when recommending courses of action.
• Ability to discuss normally encountered technical issues, both verbally and written, in a manner that is understood by non‑automation personnel.
• Ability to lead teams with and without a direct reporting structure while demonstrating influential leadership skills.

Desired Skills:

• Previous electronics or electrical experience.
• Prior apprenticeship, technical college, or military experience is a plus.

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