Calibration and Metrology Technician - 2nd Shift
Work Schedule
Second Shift (Afternoons)
Environmental Conditions
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance
Safety Standards
- Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards
- Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
- Standing for full shift
Location/Division Specific Information
Our manufacturing site in Ridgefield, New Jersey, is an integral part of our sterile fill-finish manufacturing network. The site, bolstered by a dedicated team of Pharma Services colleagues, enables our customers to deliver life-changing medicines to patients around the world. The Ridgefield site exemplifies our commitment to quality, patient-safety and innovation in the pharmaceutical industry, making a significant impact on global health.
Calibration Technician Responsibilities
- Perform calibrations on manufacturing and utility systems, including Building Automation & Controls and Rockwell PLCs
- Operate, troubleshoot, and repair complex utility systems such as WFI, RODI, Clean Steam, CIP, Autoclaves, Glassware Washers, production vessels, HVAC, Cold/Warm Rooms, control systems, compressed gases, plant steam/condensate, bulk chemical distribution, and wastewater treatment
- Provide technical direction and responsive customer support
- Assist with facility start-up projects, including performing initial calibrations and commissioning activities as required
- Complete and provide accurate documentation in cGMP operations
- Review and close all preventive and corrective records in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and EAM policies and procedures to ensure accuracy
- Respond to, assign, and ensure completion of emergency and high-priority work requests
- Ensure activities are compliant with all safe work practices and policies
- Promote a safe working environment and support all Thermo Fisher Scientific and site HSE policies
- Ensure compliance with local HSE regulations, complete required HSE trainings, report accidents and incidents, support investigations, and ensure timely closure of HSE actions
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of industry experience performing calibrations on utility systems, HVAC systems and manufacturing equipment
- Experience reading control schematics, loop diagrams, and P&IDs
- Experience working for a metrology organization in a cGMP Biotech/Pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
- Proficient computer skills utilizing MS Office suite applications, Building Management Systems, Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Computerized Calibration Management Systems (CCMS)
- Requires sound knowledge of engineering theory coupled with seasoned experience
Benefits
- Competitive remuneration
- Annual incentive plan bonus
- Healthcare
- A range of employee benefits
- Commuter benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Accident and life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability
- U.S. retirement savings plan
- Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Pay
The hourly pay range estimated for this position Sr Mfg Equipment Maintenance Technician based in New Jersey is $26.18–$39.27.
Schedule
This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
- A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
- Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
- At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
- Retail and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
- Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards