Sr Metrology Technician

Emergent BioSolutions, Inc.; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 73,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Emergent BioSolutions, Inc. seeks a Sr. Metrology Technician to calibrate and maintain instruments used in pharma/biopharma settings. The role includes planning, documenting with GDP standards, and coordinating with SAP for work orders.

Responsibilities cover preventive maintenance, calibration traceability, and on-call response to equipment issues. A strong maintenance background, GMP exposure, and proficiency with computer systems are required for success.

Qualifications

• Metrology/Calibrations expertise with traceability.
• General Mechanical Troubleshooting and Repairs.
• Laboratory Support Equipment familiarity.
• Aptitude for computer systems including maintenance documentation.
• Prior cGMP regulated industry experience preferred.
• Ability to multi-task and coordinate workload by priority.
• Customer service and quality driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Takes initiative and works independently on complex assignments.
• Leads multiperson repairs and projects as trainer and facilitator.
• Provides technical and mechanical support on GMP and Non-GMP utility systems.
• Performs routine Preventive Maintenance on equipment and systems.
• Executes work orders and documents work in SAP per GDP.
• Maintains calibration traceability and related documentation.

Skills

Metrology/Calibrations

General Mechanical Troubleshooting/Rep

Laboratory Support Equipment

Aptitude for Computer Systems

cGMP Experience

Multi-tasking & Prioritization

Customer Service & Quality Driven

Education

2-year trades vocational certification

Equivalent maintenance experience

6+ years maintenance experience

Job description

Preparedness today, safer tomorrow.

Emergent is a leading public health company that delivers protective and life-saving solutions to communities around the world. Here, you will join passionate professionals where our culture is informed by our values and commitment to protecting and saving lives.

JOB SUMMARY

The Sr. Metrology Technician is a skilled position responsible for the calibration and maintenance of instruments common in the pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical industry. This includes not only the physical and skilled aspects to the job, but also planning and communicating work, working with software systems to document work performed according to Good Documentation Practice (GDP).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Takes initiative and works independently on complex assignments.
• Able to confidently act as facilitator, trainer and team leader on multiperson repairs and projects.
• Fully understands work and provides solutions and recommendations in resolving issues.
• Provide technical and mechanical support on all GMP and Non-GMP utility systems.
• Performs routine Preventive Maintenance (PM) on equipment and systems.
• Execute work orders and document work performed in SAP per Good Documentation Practice (GDP).
• Responsible for maintaining day-to-day operations of site as they relate to calibrated equipment and systems.
• Perform maintenance, repairs and calibrations of instrumentation, measurement and recording devices used in manufacturing, QC and R&D laboratories.
• Maintain calibration traceability integrity in compliance with written procedures, as well as preventative maintenance documentation and SOP's within cGMP requirements.
• Respond to emergency and alarm conditions and be on-call per scheduled times for emergency service calls and must respond to the site to repair/address issues.
• Support other maintenance disciplines as needed.
• Maintain a professional, courteous, respectful relationship with internal customers.
• Seek ways to increase operational efficiency and reliability as continuous improvements to all processes.
• Participate in 6-S initiatives for Facilities Department and facilitates weekly walk through of buildings, mechanical rooms, and grounds to assure all areas of the site are clean and audit ready every day.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature of work performed by those in this job and are not an exhaustive list of all duties. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time which reflects management's assignment of essential functions.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS

• Minimum of 6-years or greater experience in maintenance
• 2-year trades vocational certification or equivalent experience
• Working knowledge of the following maintenance functions:
  • Metrology/Calibrations
  • General Mechanical Troubleshooting/Repairs
  • Laboratory Support Equipment
• Must have aptitude for computer systems including maintenance documentation, email, word, excel, building automation operations
• Prior cGMP regulated industry experience is strongly preferred
• Must have the ability to multi-task and coordinate workload by priority
• Must be customer service and quality driven

U.S. Base Pay Ranges and Benefits Information

The estimated annual base salary as a new hire for this position ranges from $73,000 to $88,300. Individual base pay depends on various factors such as applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location. Certain roles are eligible for additional incentive compensation, including merit increases, annual bonus, [and/or long-term incentives in the form of stock options.]

Additionally, Emergent offers a comprehensive benefits package*. Information regarding additional benefits can be found here: https://www.emergentbiosolutions.com/careers/life-at-emergent

(*Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies).

If you are selected for an interview, please feel welcome to speak to a Human Resources Partner about our compensation philosophy and available benefits.

There are physical/mental demands and work environment characteristics that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This information is available upon request from the candidate.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform all essential functions.

Emergent BioSolutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and values the diversity of our workforce. Emergent does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military service or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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Emergent BioSolutions does not accept non-solicited resumes or candidate submittals from search/recruiting agencies not already on Emergent BioSolutions' approved agency list. Unsolicited resumes or candidate information submitted to Emergent BioSolutions by search/recruiting agencies not already on Emergent BioSolutions' approved agency list shall become the property of Emergent BioSolutions and if the candidate is subsequently hired by Emergent BioSolutions, Emergent BioSolutions shall not owe any fee to the submitting agency.