Sr. Instrument Technician- 35914 (1st & 2nd Shift)

Cis-International-LLC; Juncos (PR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Cis-International-LLC in Juncos, PR is seeking a Sr. Instrument Technician to perform calibration, repair, installation and troubleshooting of process control instruments in manufacturing and analytical labs. The role emphasizes cGMP compliance and accurate documentation.

You will operate on 1st and 2nd shifts on-site for a ~5 month project, with potential extension based on performance and budget. Responsibilities include calibrations, data logging, SOP development, and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent instrument work experience.
• Experience with calibration, repair, and installation of process instruments.
• Familiarity with cGMP and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced calibrations of process instruments and maintain spare parts inventory.
• Ensure calibration paperwork and instrument files are complete and accurate.
• Develop and maintain training programs for the team on plant instrumentation.
• Design, install, configure and start up instruments and controllers for process control.
• Update loop sheets, P&ID diagrams, and electrical schematics; perform PLC/DCS/MMI troubleshooting.

Skills

Instrument calibration

Electrical troubleshooting

Process control knowledge

Safety procedures

Education

Associate degree / instrument work experience

High school/GED + instrument experience

Tools

Maximo Software

Job description

Sr. Instrument Technician- 35914 (1st & 2nd Shift)

SUMMARY: Under minimal direction, is responsible for performing/providing calibration, repair, installation, troubleshooting, loop checking and documentation of instruments and process control systems used in manufacturing and utility plants and analytical labs. All work must be completed to assure minimal impact to production while complying with cGMP and Amgen regulations.

Functions:

• Perform advanced calibrations of instruments on process and utility equipment.
• Maintain an up-to-date working spare parts inventory system for the equipment/systems.
• Ensure that calibration paperwork, instrument files and work order documentation is completed with accurate information.
• Evaluate the current calibration cycles and make appropriate changes to optimize the calibration program.
• Develop and maintain a detailed training program for the team in order to develop team's knowledge in all areas of the plant.
• Develop, revise, and review SOPs for related areas. Design, install, configure, and start-up multiple instruments and microprocessor based controllers used for process control. Troubleshoot and repair hardware and software problems for computer based process control systems.
• All work must be completed in accordance with CFRs, cGMPs, SOPs, and Amgen policies.
• Perform regular certification of equipment to verify conformance to industry standards and Amgen procedures.
• Maintain an up-to-date cGMP training book. Plan and schedule own work activities and coordinate work performed by Amgen staff and contractors with operations staff to minimize impact to production activities.
• Maintain, interpret, and update loop sheets, electrical schematics, P&ID's, I/O wiring, and panel drawings.
• Complete PLC, DCS, BMS, and MMI programming and advanced troubleshooting.
• Start-up of new equipment to ensure it meets all instrumentation design specifications.
• Assist with the development and lead in the execution of validation documents for instrumentation equipment.
• May have led responsibilities within the work team.
• Support on call response by maintaining a pager or cell phone while on-call.

Education:

• Associate’s and 6 months of instrument work or military experience.
• High school/GED + 2 years of instrument work or military experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• GMP
• Basic Calibration
• Diaphragms and Gaskets replacement skills
• Autoclave/Glasswasher skills
• Maximo Software
• Technical Documentation skills
• Lock out/Tag out skills

SKILLS:

• A highly skilled craftsperson with an expert knowledge of pneumatic, mechanical, and electronic instrumentation.
• Advanced understanding of process control loops, loop checks, loop tuning of process control systems, with the ability to do programming and troubleshooting of computer based control systems (PLC, DCS, BMS, MMI).
• Has received training or hands on experience in such specialized subjects as theory of control, analog and/or digital electronics, microprocessors and/or computers, and the operation and maintenance of a wide variety of field instrumentation.

WORK METHODOLOGY:

• Full on site job in Juncos, PR
• Full time job
• Expected project duration: 5months for the first contractwith a high possibility of extension based on performance and budget.
• Shifts: 1st & 2nd(weekends and overtime may also be required).
• Expected hiring date: November 2026