Metrology Technician

Lonza Group; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation programs

Inclusive workplace

Dynamic working culture

Job summary

Lonza Tampa is seeking a Calibration Technician to perform scheduled calibrations and minor adjustments on production, utilities, and lab instruments in a regulated pharmaceutical setting.

You will document results to GMP/GDP standards, troubleshoot instrument issues, support deviation investigations, and maintain records for audits while collaborating with vendors and updating maintenance plans.

Qualifications

• 2 years of calibration or maintenance experience in pharma/GMP settings.
• Basic understanding of calibration principles and traceability.
• Ability to use tools and test equipment and troubleshoot under supervision.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping accuracy.
• Comfort with PPE and working in manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled calibrations and minor instrument adjustments in production, utilities, and labs.
• Document calibration results using certified standards and software per GMP/GDP.
• Troubleshoot instrument issues and support deviation investigations.
• Maintain accurate records for audits and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with vendors and supervise contracted calibration services.
• Assist in updating SOPs and maintenance plans to improve reliability.

Skills

Calibration experience

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Attention to detail

Tool & test equipment usage

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training or trade school

Tools

Measurement equipment

Calibration software

Job description

Join our team at Lonza and help ensure the accuracy and reliability of instruments that support life-saving medicines. This hands-on role offers the chance to work in a regulated pharmaceutical environment, gain technical expertise, and make a real impact on patient health.

What you will get

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
• Perform scheduled calibrations and minor adjustments on instruments used in production, utilities, and labs.
• Document calibration results using certified standards and software, ensuring compliance with GMP and GDP principles.
• Troubleshoot instrument issues and support deviation investigations.
• Maintain accurate records for audits and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with vendors and supervise contracted calibration services.
• Assist in updating SOPs and maintenance plans to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Follow all safety and environmental protocols while performing calibration tasks.

What we are looking for

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training or trade school or related internship preferred.
• 2 years of experience in calibration or maintenance; pharma/GMP experience
• Basic understanding of calibration principles and traceability requirements.
• Ability to work with tools and test equipment and perform troubleshooting under supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to documentation accuracy.
• Ability to work in manufacturing environments requiring PPE and occasional weekend or after-hours support.
• Physical ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and access elevated platforms or confined spaces as needed.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table.

At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.