Metrologist

MRA Recruiting Services; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

MRA Recruiting Services is seeking a Metrologist for the Greater Milwaukee Area to support calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of process instrumentation in a highly regulated pharmaceutical environment.

You will work with engineers, technicians, and equipment users to ensure instrumentation remains accurate, reliable, and compliant, while documenting results and following GDP and SOPs. This hands‑on role blends technical work with cross‑functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical education or training in instrumentation, electronics, metrology, maintenance, or related discipline is a plus.
• 2+ years of related pharma or regulated environment experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled calibration, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of process instrumentation.
• Inspect, disassemble, repair, and reassemble instruments using hand tools and precision instruments.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation and components to meet specifications and adjust as needed.
• Support calibration and tracking of metrology standards and third‑party serviced instrumentation.

Skills

Calibration

Troubleshooting

Instrumentation

Maintenance

Documentation

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical education in instrumentation/metrology

Tools

Calibration management system

Job description

About The Opportunity

If you are a hands-on technical professional who enjoys troubleshooting instrumentation, solving equipment challenges, and working in an environment where precision matters, this could be an exciting opportunity. We are seeking a

Metrologist (Confidential)

Location: Greater Milwaukee Area

About The Opportunity

If you are a hands-on technical professional who enjoys troubleshooting instrumentation, solving equipment challenges, and working in an environment where precision matters, this could be an exciting opportunity. We are seeking a Metrologist to support calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities within a highly regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing and laboratory environment. In this role, you will work closely with equipment users, engineers, technicians, and other cross-functional partners to ensure critical process instrumentation remains accurate, reliable, and compliant. You will perform both scheduled and unscheduled calibration and maintenance activities while helping the team respond to equipment needs as they arise. This opportunity is ideal for someone who combines strong technical aptitude with attention to detail and enjoys a role that gets them out from behind a desk. Your work will directly support equipment reliability, regulatory compliance, and the day-to-day success of pharmaceutical manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

Calibration & Instrumentation

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled calibration, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of process instrumentation
• Inspect, disassemble, repair, and reassemble instruments and equipment using appropriate hand tools, test equipment, and precision instruments
• Troubleshoot instrumentation and component performance and make adjustments or repairs to meet required specifications
• Support the calibration and tracking of metrology standards and instrumentation serviced by third-party providers

Maintenance & Technical Support

• Partner closely with equipment users, engineers, and technicians to troubleshoot issues and complete required calibration and maintenance activities
• Respond to on-demand assignments and equipment needs while balancing scheduled monthly work
• Identify required components, replacement parts, tools, and supplies needed to complete work
• Prepare technical documentation and recommendations to help resolve instrumentation and equipment issues

Documentation & Compliance

• Accurately document calibration activities and results within the calibration management system
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions (WIs), and established processes related to out-of-tolerance conditions and deviations
• Complete documentation in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
• Perform work in compliance with cGMP requirements, established safety practices, and applicable training requirements
• Complete appropriate work permits and safety evaluations before performing applicable maintenance activities

Systems & Continuous Support

• Utilize computerized calibration and facility systems to document work, monitor equipment, and support maintenance activities
• Help plan, schedule, and prioritize calibration work to ensure assignments are completed accurately and on time
• Contribute to a collaborative technical environment focused on equipment reliability, safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical education or training in instrumentation, electronics, metrology, maintenance, or a related discipline is a plus
• 2+ years of related experience within a pharmaceutical or similarly regulated environment
• Experience with calibration, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, or repair of process instrumentation
• Strong understanding of electrical circuits, components, instrumentation, and/or laboratory equipment
• Ability to read and follow technical procedures, SOPs, and work instructions
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate technical documentation
• Comfortable learning and working within computerized maintenance, calibration, and facility systems
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively with engineers, technicians, equipment users, and other cross-functional partners

Additional Details

• Up to 5% travel may be required

Compensation & Benefits

The organization offers a competitive total rewards package designed to support employee well-being and long-term success. This includes a strong mix of health and wellness benefits, retirement planning options, paid time off, and additional programs focused on supporting employees and their families.

We Make it Easy

Founded in 1901, MRA is a nonprofit employer association that serves more than 4,000 employers, covering more than one million employees. As one of the largest employer associations in the nation, MRA helps its member organizations thrive by offering the most comprehensive assortment of HR services, information, education, and resources to help build successful workplaces and a powerful workforce. We partner with these companies working directly with their HR department and leadership to hire their talent. We are a direct line to the company, not an agency recruiter.