Technician I, Metrology

The Role

This entry-level role supports calibration activities across process, laboratory, packaging, and utility instrumentation. The Technician I operates within the metrology program led by Metrology Leadership, performing hands-on calibrations, maintaining in-house standards, documenting work in the CMMS, and supporting third-party vendors.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Perform routine calibrations and basic troubleshooting per SOPs and work instructions under guidance.
• Execute and document work orders in the CMMS (e.g., Blue Mountain RAM) accurately and on time.
• Absorb and support scheduling, escorting, and third-party calibration vendors and equipment owners.
• Maintain, stage, and care for in-house standards, tools, and reference materials.
• Support initial equipment setup, labeling, and status control.
• Participate in continuous improvement, training, and 5S activities.
• Spend approximately 75% hands-on in the field and 25% on documentation/administrative tasks.

Requirements

• 2-year technical/AA/AS degree in metrology, instrumentation, electronics, or equivalent training/experience.
• Ability to read and follow SOPs, P&IDs, and work instructions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication.
• Familiarity with measurement fundamentals; exposure to measurement uncertainty is a plus.
• Experience in a GMP environment and with Blue Mountain RAM or similar CMMS is a plus.

Work Environment

• Work in controlled cleanroom areas with gowning and PPE; adhere to safety and contamination control procedures.
• Occasionally work in cold, wet, hot, or humid conditions, indoors and outdoors.
• Occasionally work around chemicals (e.g., alcohols, acids, buffers, refrigerants) that may require respiratory protection.
• Able to work routine 8-hour shifts; overtime/weekends/holidays as needed with notice.

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, kneeling, climbing ladders/stairs, and accessing equipment in tight or elevated spaces.
• Manual dexterity for small parts, fittings, and test connections; visual and hearing acuity for instruments and alarms.
• Occasional repetitive bending/stooping; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.

Pay

The budgeted range for this position is $43/hour - $57/hour.