Senior Calibration Technician - Laboratory

Applied Industrial Technologies; Bristol Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Senior Calibration Technician, overseeing calibration activities and managing client projects in the pharmaceutical industry. This role demands an expert in laboratory instruments, with strong knowledge of GMP and FDA regulations, and offers a dynamic, fast-paced work environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in calibration, instrumentation, or metrology.
• Quality System/Pharmaceutical experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise calibration and qualification activities with accurate documentation.
• Lead and manage projects, including planning and resource allocation.
• Train and mentor junior technicians.

Skills

Expert knowledge of calibration

Advanced knowledge of GMP

Exceptional communication

Problem-solving skills

Negotiation skills

Experience with laboratory equipment

Education

Four-year degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Electronics

External certification (ISA, ASQ, etc.) preferred

Job description

Join the Pharmaceutical Calibrations and Instrumentation (PCI) team! We are seeking a Senior Calibration Technician with experience in laboratory instruments, especially HPLC and chromatographyto perform repair and maintenanceat our client pharmaceutical facilitiesin the Bristol, PA area and other locations as needed. Please review the job description below and apply if you would like to be considered. If you prefer working at a fast pace, on the go instead of at a desk, have a passion for performing quality work, and have a strong laboratory or instrumentation background, this position may be just for you!

Position Overview:
We are looking for an experienced Senior Calibration Technician to provide strategic direction and technical guidance to clients and team members. This role involves overseeing complex projects, managing client relationships, and driving business growth through value-added solutions. The Senior Technician will act as a subject matter expert, mentor junior staff, and take leadership in process improvement initiatives. The role involves travel to client sites and requires attention to detail and a commitment to safety and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and guide the calibration, qualification, and PM activities with accurate GxP documentation.
• Provide strategic direction to clients and PCI teams on technical issues.
• Lead and manage projects, including planning, resource allocation, and proposal development.
• Identify and implement value-added solutions for clients and manage client expectations.
• Develop and update internal policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Take the lead on business development efforts and expand PCI’s services with clients.
• Train and mentor junior technicians and provide guidance in troubleshooting and compliance.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Expert knowledge of calibration and instrumentation in various manufacturing and laboratory environments.
• Advanced knowledge of GMP, GLP, FDA regulations, and calibration traceability.
• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to lead projects and influence decisions at the client level.
• Experience with a wide range of laboratory equipment (HPLC, centrifuges, RT-PCR, liquid automation, etc.).

Education & Experience:

• A four-year degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Electronics, or related field PLUS
• 4+ years of experience in calibration, instrumentation, or metrology
  OR
• The equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Quality System/Pharmaceutical experience is required.
• External certification (ISA, ASQ, etc.) preferred.

PCI is proud to serve pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and clinical research industries nationwide by providing calibration, commissioning and consulting solutions. At PCI, calibrations are performed by highly technical, cGMP/GLP-trained personnel who are knowledgeable in quality guidelines enforced by the FDA, EPA and ISO/IEC 17025:2017. PCI is an FCX Performance Company and a Subsidiary of Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT); a leading industrial distributor that offers more than 6.5 million parts to serve the needs of MRO and OEM customers in virtually every industry.

Founded in 1923, Applied provides engineering, design and systems integration for industrial and fluid power applications, as well as customized mechanical, fabricated rubber and fluid power shop services. Applied also offers storeroom services and inventory management solutions that provide added value to our customers.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.