Metrology Supervisor

About the role

Lead and support core site processes by managing Metrology Technicians to ensure timely calibration activities. Collaborate with the Metrology Manager and Engineers to identify improvement areas and troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime. Implement continuous improvement actions in metrology processes to meet compliance, quality, time, and budget goals at the Kankakee site. Foster a culture of continuous improvement by partnering with various stakeholders to innovate, reduce waste, and apply engineering principles within the department. Ensure adherence to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in all activities, which are vital for the success of the Value Streams.

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Supervision
  • Aids in the planning and coordination of various activities to ensure sufficient staffing and coverage at all times, including managing schedules, assigning tasks, and confirming resource allocation.
  • Enforces disciplinary measures when necessary to ensure compliance with established guidelines and maintain a respectful environment.
  • Provides guidance on effective resource allocation, including assigning personnel, identifying project managers, scheduling calibrations, and determining necessary equipment.
• Metrology & Calibration Management
  • Oversee calibration, verification, and maintenance of all measuring and test equipment (M&TE).
  • Ensure traceability to national/international standards (e.g., NIST).
  • Manage internal and external calibration services.
  • Maintain calibration intervals, procedures, and records.
• Quality & Compliance
  • Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 13485, FDA, GMP, or other applicable standards.
  • Support internal and external audits related to metrology and calibration.
  • Investigate measurement-related nonconformances and implement corrective actions.
• Technical Support
  • Offer in-depth knowledge on measurement techniques, including methodologies, principles of uncertainty analysis, and gage selection.
  • Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to validate new equipment and implement process modifications.
• Systems & Documentation
  • Maintain calibration management systems (DMMS, SAP, etc.).
  • Examine and analyze SOPs, work instructions, and calibration protocols to ensure they are up to date.
  • Ensure clear documentation, labels, and understanding of equipment status.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Identify opportunities to improve measurement accuracy, efficiency, and cost.
  • Drive standardization and best practices across departments.
  • Support lean, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Provide a positive, equitable working environment that emphasizes CSL Values: Customer Focus, Innovation, Integrity, Collaboration, and Superior Performance.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Metrology, Quality, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in Metrology functions within the pharmaceutical industry and/or plant engineering, machine engineering, or process engineering in pharmaceutical, food, or chemical industry.
• Knowledge in plant maintenance, Metrology/Calibration, and manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in metrology, calibration, or quality inspection.
• 2+ years of supervisory or lead experience.
• Strong knowledge of dimensional measurement, GD&T, and inspection techniques.
• Experience with MSA, gage R&R, and calibration systems.
• Proficient knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Experience acting as a situational leader for internal and external customers.
• Audit and investigation skills, report writing skills.
• Ability to develop cohesive presentations.
• Strong verbal, technical writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office applications, Trackwise, SAP, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of FDA and cGMP standards as well as regulatory guidance documents.
• Knowledge of problem-solving methods (Six Sigma, Statistical Process Control, Design of Experiment, Fish Bone Analysis, 8D, etc.).

Skills

• Communicate effectively (written and verbal).
• Collaboration.
• Instills trust.
• Results-driven and problem-solving.
• Situational adaptability.
• Action-oriented.
• Drives engagement.

Pay

The expected base salary range for this position at hiring is $93,000 - $110,000. Individual base salary is determined by qualifications, skill level, experience, competencies, and other relevant factors. In addition to base salary, total compensation may include incentive compensation and equity.

About CSL Behring

CSL Behring is a global biotherapeutics leader driven by our promise to save lives. Focused on serving patients’ needs by using the latest technologies, we discover, develop, and deliver innovative therapies for people living with conditions in the immunology, hematology, cardiovascular and metabolic, respiratory, and transplant therapeutic areas. We use three strategic scientific platforms of plasma fractionation, recombinant protein technology, and cell and gene therapy to support continued innovation and refine ways in which products can address unmet medical needs.

CSL Behring operates one of the world’s largest plasma collection networks, CSL Plasma. Our parent company, CSL, headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, employs 32,000 people and delivers its lifesaving therapies to people in more than 100 countries.