Metrology Specialist

Kelly Science and Clinical FSP is seeking a Metrology Specialist I for a long‑term, full‑time engagement with a global pharmaceutical client in West Point, PA. The position is 100 % on‑site and includes full benefit options.

Responsibilities

• Manage equipment assets at multiple locations.
• Develop working knowledge of laboratory equipment to troubleshoot issues and communicate with vendors or service engineers to identify resolutions.
• Participate in computer system validation activities for new or upgraded equipment or software packages.
• Originate and progress deviations and change‑control records.
• Perform and document investigations and assist in developing and implementing CAPA plans.
• Contribute to drafting, implementing, and revising standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Represent the laboratory on all aspects of equipment during audits.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (cGMP), internal policies, and procedures.
• Maintain a customer‑focused mindset and communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) at all organizational levels.
• Upskill in facilities/instrument support programs such as SAP, ProCal, BAS, LAMP, electronic validation, and other document or asset repositories.
• Initiate, process, and track work orders to facilitate timely repairs, modifications, and moves of laboratory equipment.
• Prepare, review, and approve archived instrument/equipment documentation, including master equipment lists, user‑access reviews, installation & operational qualification documents, and calibration records.
• Coordinate service activities across a variety of vendors and service engineers while building strong working relationships.
• Collaborate with metrology staff across multiple testing labs and sites for process improvement, cross‑training, and cross‑site support.
• Support purchase, installation, and qualification of new laboratory equipment.
• Qualify and validate computerized analytical systems according to current guidelines.
• Partner with business units, quality support, IT technical support, and software/instrument vendors/manufacturers.
• Perform required change control throughout the lifecycle of computerized systems and decommission systems as needed.
• Manage capital purchasing and initial installation of computerized analytical systems prior to validation.
• Participate in data integrity and laboratory modernization activities.
• Operate analytical instrumentation within a pharmaceutical or equivalent laboratory (vaccine or large‑molecule focus) and thoroughly review validation requirements throughout the system lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in biological or chemical science and/or engineering.
• 2–4 years of experience participating in validation of computerized laboratory systems or instruments (e.g., installation, operational qualification, performance qualification).
• Experience working in a GMP environment and maintaining laboratory equipment.
• Highly organized with strong communication skills.
• Capable of working independently and handling multiple high‑priority tasks simultaneously.
• Solutions‑oriented mindset with flexibility to respond to changing priorities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks based on importance and potential impact to the GMP environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Additional benefit options to choose from.
• Paid time off, including holidays, vacation, and sick/personal time.

Schedule

Full‑time, 100 % on‑site in West Point, PA.