Metrology Technician I

Novo Nordisk A/S; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leading pay and annual performance?bon

14 paid holidays

Health Insurance from day one

8% 401K company match

Parental & family leave

Tuition Assistance

Life & Disability Insurance

Employee Referral Awards

Free Novo Nordisk products

Job summary

Novo Nordisk in Clayton, NC, is seeking a Metrology Calibration Technician to calibrate, repair and maintain measurement equipment across the site. You will follow schedules and local requirements, document activities, and support process owners with troubleshooting.

The role requires an associate degree or equivalent experience, 3+ years in metrology/calibration, and strong reading of schematics. We offer comprehensive benefits, competitive pay, and a path for career growth within a global

Qualifications

• Associate or equivalent in engineering or science; GED with 5 years metrology/calibration acceptable
• Minimum 3 years metrology/calibration experience preferred
• Strong understanding of instrumentation and control systems
• Ability to read schematics and technical documents
• Basic computer skills including MS Office

Responsibilities

• Calibrate & repair temperature, pressure, conductivity, humidity, pH, TOC, flow, mass & frequency measuring equipment
• Accurately & legibly records all activities in appropriate documentation
• Review documentation for accuracy & completeness
• Operate & handle calibration working standards with care & expertise
• Identify deviations per proper procedures for measuring equipment
• Participate in systematic problem solving
• Provide support to process owners for measuring equipment
• Execute work according to schedule & department plan
• Evaluate measuring equipment performance & respond to potential issues
• Contribute to process confirmations
• Maintain training qualifications on time; support training others as required
• Follow all safety and environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Metrology

Calibration

Documentation

MS Office

Schematics reading

Education

Associate’s degree in related engineering or science

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Calibration management software

MS Office Suite

Job description

At Novo Nordisk, we want to make a difference. For more than 100 years, we have led the way in diabetes care. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.

In NC, we operate three pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are responsible for fulfilling different steps in our injectable and oral treatment supply chains. Our Product Supply Aseptic Manufacturing (PS AM) facility in Clayton, NC is a 457,000 square foot aseptic "fill and finish" site that is responsible for producing innovative, injectable diabetes and obesity treatments. At PS AM, you’ll join a global network of manufacturing professionals who are passionate about what they do.

What we offer you:

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 14weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Tuition Assistance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Awards

At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.

The Position

Calibrate measuring equipment on schedule & in accordance with corporate & local requirements. Provide troubleshooting, problem solving & project support for measuring equipment site wide.

Relationships

Reports to the Supervisor/Manager Metrology.

Essential Functions

• Calibrate & repair temperature, pressure, conductivity, humidity, pH, TOC, flow, mass & frequency measuring equipment
• Accurately & legibly records all activities in appropriate documentation
• Review documentation for accuracy & completeness
• Operate & handle calibration working standards with care & expertise
• Identify deviations per proper procedures for measuring equipment
• Participate in systematic problems solving
• Provide support to process owners for measuring equipment
• Execute work according to schedule & department plan
• Evaluate measuring equipment performance & responds to potential issues
• Contribute to process confirmations
• Maintain training qualifications on time. Support training others as required
• Support other department roles as needed
• Follow all safety and environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

Moves equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Routinely operates & inspects manufacturing equipment using hands. Strap & unstrap pallets using hands. Ability to be on feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May required corrected vision to 20/20 or 20/25 based on role. May require colour vision based on role. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. May be required to work at elevated heights. Occasionally works around odorous &/or hazardous materials. May be required to wear gloves. Occasionally performs critical job functions in extremely cold work environment. Occasionally positions oneself within confined spaces for inspection, repair & maintenance of equipment. Ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protection. May be required to secure a motorized vehicle license & operate a motorized vehicle based on the role.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in related engineering or science discipline from an accredited university required, or equivalent combination of education & experience
• May consider a High School Diploma (GED) with five (5) years of relevant metrology/calibration work experience required and five (5) years of thorough understanding of instrumentation & control systems required
• Minimum three (3) years of relevant metrology/calibration work experience preferred
• Minimum three (3) years of thorough understanding of instrumentation & control systems preferred
• Competency in metrology preferred
• Ability to calibrate the following parameters: temperature, pressure, conductivity, humidity, pH, TOC, flow, mass & frequency preferred
• Experience using electronic calibration management systems preferred
• Ability to read & apply schematics, wiring diagrams & other technical documents required
• Basic computer skills, to include use of MS Office Suite required
• Demonstrate a high level of task management organization preferred
• Ability to demonstrate logical task execution planning& related follow-up preferred
• Ability to demonstrate a systematic approach to problem solving & troubleshooting preferred
• Ability to document problems thoroughly & accurately & bring them to resolution quickly required

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.