Senior Instrumentation Technician - GMP Calibration

Lonza; Vacaville (CA); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related bonus

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) matching plan

Life insurance, as well as short-term/

Job summary

Lonza Vacaville is seeking an Instrument Services Technician to maintain process control instruments and utility systems, ensuring reliable plant operations through calibration, preventive and corrective maintenance. This fully site-based role requires hands-on diagnostics, safe work practices, and precise documentation.

You will collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering and Validation teams, analyze data, support startups, manage spare parts, and mentor junior technicians while

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong understanding of industrial process maintenance and systems.
• Experience in GMP-regulated environments preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs with reasonable accommodations.
• CMMS experience and calibration management; SAP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, calibrate, maintain, and modify process control instruments, analyzers, laboratory equipment, and utility systems to ensure reliable plant operations.
• Program, configure, and support microprocessor-based control systems, including PLCs, DCS, and smart instrumentation devices, while maintaining accurate technical documentation.
• Read, interpret, and apply P&IDs, electrical schematics, and technical drawings for maintenance, upgrades, and system improvements.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, SOPs, safety regulations, and documentation standards, delivering Right-First-Time execution and timely completion of work orders.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Technology, and Validation teams to optimize instrument performance, resolve process issues, and support startup activities.
• Collect, organize, and analyze technical data from equipment manufacturers and engineering teams; assist with spare parts identification, procurement, and inventory management.
• Train and mentor technicians on instrumentation systems, troubleshooting techniques, operational procedures, and best practices while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

GMP experience

SAP experience

Calibration management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Lonza Vacaville is seeking an Instrument Services Technician to maintain process control instruments and utility systems, ensuring reliable plant operations through calibration, preventive and corrective maintenance. This fully site-based role requires hands-on diagnostics, safe work practices, and precise documentation.

You will collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering and Validation teams, analyze data, support startups, manage spare parts, and mentor junior technicians while