QC Specialist I Metrology

Fareva; Virginia (MN); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 68.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Fareva Richmond is seeking an experienced QC Specialist I - Metrology to perform calibrations, maintenance and verifications of laboratory instruments to ensure compliant operations. The role involves coordinating with service providers, documenting activities in SAP, and supporting Calibration Management Software.

A High School diploma is required, with a preference for a BS in a science discipline. Experience with calibration techniques and software such as Empower and Labware is desirable,

Formación

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor's preferred in science.
• Preferred 1-2 years quality experience and calibration knowledge.
• Ability to troubleshoot instrument-related issues.
• Basic knowledge of fundamental quality concepts.
• Familiar with calibration techniques for lab instruments (HPLC, GC, UV/VIS, IR, balances).
• Familiar with Empower and Labware software.
• Ability to shift priorities to meet business needs.

Responsabilidades

• Perform verification/qualifications, calibrations, maintenance of laboratory equipment to maintain qualified status.
• Coordinate with service providers for off-site recertification and repairs to minimize downtime.
• Maintain documentation of verifications, calibrations, and maintenance; initiate SAP purchase requisitions as needed.
• Write, revise and review calibration procedures; provide training on new procedures.
• Complete mapping study of site Controlled Temperature Units.

Conocimientos

Troubleshoot instrument issues

Calibration concepts

Quality systems

Shift priorities

cGMP knowledge

Instrument data handling

Educación

High School Diploma

BS in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry or related science

Herramientas

Empower

Labware

Descripción del empleo

Job DetailsJob Location: Henrico, VA 23231Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolJob Category: QA - Quality ControlQC Specialist I - Metrology

Fareva 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's
• Contact 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.

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Preferred B.S. in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry or relevant science discipline
• Preferred 1-2 years of relevant Quality experience, understanding of calibration techniques and principles.
• Ability to troubleshoot instrument related issues
• Requires 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 experience
• Benefits package available