Senior Calibration Technician

Applied Industrial Technologies; Zionsville (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in calibration and consulting solutions is seeking a Senior Calibration Technician to join their team. The role involves performing calibrations and maintenance on laboratory instruments at client pharmaceutical facilities. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in electronics or instrumentation, with a focus on quality work and client support. This position may require up to 50% travel and offers the opportunity to mentor others while building strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience in quality systems/pharmaceutical environments.
• Experience with calibration and maintenance of laboratory instruments.
• Active involvement in professional organizations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee calibrations, qualifications, and preventive maintenance.
• Provide guidance and solutions to clients.
• Develop client quotes and manage project planning.

Skills

Instrument calibration

CMMS skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Electrical panel knowledge

Education

Four-year degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, or Electronics

Job description

Join the Pharmaceutical Calibrations and Instrumentation (PCI) team! We are seeking a Senior Calibration Technician who can perform calibration and maintenance on laboratory and general instrumentation onsite at our client pharmaceutical facilities in Lebanon, IN, Indianapolis, IN, and other regional locations if needed. Review the job description below and apply if you are interested. If you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, have a passion for quality work, and possess a strong electronics or instrumentation background, this position may be ideal for you!

This role focuses on maintenance, calibrations, and repairs of various instruments, including process/utility/laboratory devices such as refrigerators, freezers, transmitters, monitors, incubators, centrifuges, autoclaves, pipettes, balances, and pressure and temperature devices. Experience with computer-based calibration tracking programs (CMMS) is preferred.

The Senior Calibration Technician (Tech SR) reports directly to the Team Leader, Manager, or Director, depending on the organizational structure. These positions are non-exempt. Up to 50% travel may be required based on project and client needs.

Expectations:

Calibration Technicians are responsible for completing calibrations, qualifications, and preventive maintenance (PMs) with accurate and timely GxP documentation, following PCI and/or client-specific policies and procedures. They are expected to proactively support the team and provide excellent client support, building trust through honesty, integrity, pride, accountability, teamwork, and commitment.

Technicians should identify and execute tasks that add value for clients, provide guidance on technical issues, and demonstrate higher-level technical expertise to troubleshoot and develop innovative solutions.

The Tech SR is expected to build strong interactions with clients, project teams, and PCI to provide strategic direction, acting as a subject matter expert, and delivering value-added solutions and services.

Responsibilities/Assignments:

• Oversee and supervise calibrations, qualifications, and PMs, ensuring compliance with policies and safety standards.
• Provide guidance and effective solutions to clients and PCI technical resources.
• Mentor and serve as a role model to other PCI associates, embodying PCI values.
• Ensure proper handling and maintenance of equipment, training others as needed.
• Develop client quotes and proposals.
• Manage project planning, including scheduling, resource allocation, documentation, and scope changes, ensuring profitability.
• Assess safety concerns and ensure compliance with safety requirements.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, identify opportunities to expand PCI services, and potentially lead projects as an 'Account Manager'.

Skills Required:

• Expertise in instrument, equipment, and loop calibrations in manufacturing, utilities, and laboratory environments.
• Exceptional CMMS skills.
• Proficiency with MAS500 Pivot Tables and project KPI modules.
• Ability to interpret government regulations and provide training.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Thorough electrical panel knowledge and safety practices.
• Understanding of financial issues, profit and loss, and strategic company goals.
• Active involvement in professional organizations (e.g., ISPE, ASQ) and external certifications preferred.

Experience & Education:

A four-year degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Electronics, or a related field, or equivalent military training plus four+ years of relevant experience, including quality system/pharmaceutical experience, is required.

PCI proudly serves the pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, and clinical research industries nationwide, providing calibration, commissioning, and consulting solutions. Our personnel are highly trained in cGMP/GLP standards, knowledgeable about FDA, EPA, and ISO/IEC 17025:2017 guidelines.

We are an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or other protected characteristics.