Metrology QC Specialist I: Calibration & Lab Instruments

Fareva Richmond Inc; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Fareva Richmond Inc. is seeking a QC Specialist I - Metrology in Richmond, VA. The role supports routine calibrations, verifications and maintenance of laboratory instruments to ensure regulatory compliance and qualified status.

You will work with instruments like HPLC, GC, UV/VIS, IR and balances, and use SAP, Empower and Labware for data and documentation. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of quality experience and strong calibration fundamentals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; preferred B.S. in Biology or related science.
• 1–2 years of relevant Quality experience and calibration knowledge.
• Familiar with instrument calibration principles and QC concepts.
• Experience with HPLC, GC, UV/VIS, IR, balances and related instruments.
• Basic computer skills with data acquisition systems (Empower, Labware).

Responsibilities

• Perform routine calibrations, maintenance and troubleshooting of lab equipment.
• Complete qualification/verification tasks per Calibration Program Procedures.
• Review calibrations performed by internal and external vendors for accuracy.
• Coordinate calibration scheduling with service providers to minimize downtime.
• Write, revise and review Calibration procedures; provide training as needed.
• Maintain documentation of verifications, qualifications and maintenance.

Skills

Calibration techniques

Troubleshooting

Quality concepts

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree in Biology/Chemistry/Biochemistry or related science

Tools

SAP

Empower

Labware

Calibration software

Job description

Fareva Richmond Inc. is seeking a QC Specialist I - Metrology in Richmond, VA. The role supports routine calibrations, verifications and maintenance of laboratory instruments to ensure regulatory compliance and qualified status.

You will work with instruments like HPLC, GC, UV/VIS, IR and balances, and use SAP, Empower and Labware for data and documentation. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of quality experience and strong calibration fundamentals.