QC Specialist I Metrology

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

QC Specialist I - MetrologyFareva Richmond is currently seeking an experienced QC Specialist I - Metrology to join our team in Richmond, VA.Job Description:Perform routine calibrations, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of Quality Operations Laboratory equipment/instruments to remain in a functional and operational state. Complete Qualification/Verification tasks for new Laboratory Equipment/Instruments per the Calibration Program Procedures and applicable site procedures. Execute environmental mapping studies for the site Controlled Temperature Units (CTUs) to remain in a compliant state. Review calibrations completed in-house and outside vendors/contractors completed calibration documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable SOP’s.Responsibilities:Perform verification/qualifications, calibrations, maintenance of laboratory equipment/instruments to maintain a current qualified status. Identify and troubleshoot equipment/instruments problems during routine calibrations and take appropriate steps to correct the problem. Participate in reviewing completed calibrations performed by peers and outside vendors/contractors assuring compliance in accordance to cGMP’s and site SOP’sContact outside service providers to send laboratory instruments/equipment off-site for re-certification, repair and to assist with troubleshooting issues when applicable. Coordinate the schedule for the calibration of laboratory equipment with service providers with laboratory personnel to minimize downtime.Maintain required documentation of instruments verification/qualification, calibrations, and maintenance records. Achieves full familiarity with Calibration Management Software. Initiates events, purchase requisitions, etc. in SAP system when applicable.Write, revise and review Calibration procedures as needed to support the Metrology Group. Provide training on new procedures when applicable. Maintains training curriculum and required courses as needed within the training system.Complete Mapping study of site Controlled Temperature Units.RequirementsHigh School DiplomaPreferred B.S. in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry or relevant science disciplinePreferred 1-2 years of relevant Quality experience, understanding of calibration techniques and principles.Ability to troubleshoot instrument related issuesRequires basic knowledge of fundamental quality concepts.Knowledgeable of practical application of calibration techniques used to calibrate instruments– such as HPLC, Gas & Liquid Chromatography, UV/VIS, IR, Balances…. Etc.Basic use of computer systems applications used to operate instruments and data acquisitions (Empower, Labware).Ability to shift priorities to meet business needs.Compensation and Benefits:Competitive salary; commensurate with experienceBenefits package available