Senior Metrology Technician - WuXi AppTec Inc

Overview

The Senior Metrology Technician assists the Manager in maintaining operational readiness of the company by meeting calibration, validation, and environmental requirements.

This is a full-time position with an anticipated schedule of standard business hours, Monday to Friday. 

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled calibration and qualification activities.
• Coordinate & schedule equipment validation, qualification, calibration, and maintenance activities.
• Perform maintenance on analytical and non-analytical equipment as directed.
• Maintain and update equipment records and calibration schedules in Equipment Management software system.
• Prepare and send equipment to approved suppliers for appropriate repairs and/or calibrations.
• Correspond with suppliers to coordinate provided equipment calibration quotes/contracts and services.
• Maintain adequate inventory for equipment calibration, revalidation, qualification, and maintenance requirements.
• Assist with remote and onsite response, impact assessment, and report results for Tutela alarms as needed.
• Works on routine assignments per written procedures, where ability to recognize deviation from accepted practice is required.
• Normally receives minimal instructions on routine work and detailed instructions on new assignments.
• Works under close supervision from supervisor or senior personnel.
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently as required
• Contributes to the overall operations and to the achievement of departmental goals
• Perform job specific tasks in compliance with applicable Regulations, International Standards, and WuXi AppTec Policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maybe required to work holidays and weekends
• Maybe required to work overtime or outside normal work hours to respond to Tutela environmental monitoring alarms.
• May be required to assist in other departments
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Experience / Education  

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience or equivalent
• Uncertainty analysis training

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Thorough understanding of Good Laboratory Practices and Good Manufacturing Practices
• Proficient in Oral & Written communication skills
• Need to be able to read, write and understand English
• Proficient in Microsoft (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Travel is required 25%, Domestic, Daily, Overnight
• Ability to safely handle biohazard and chemical materials according to standard practices

Physical Requirements:       

• Must be able to work in an office / lab environment with minimal noise conditions.
• Must be able to work in a controlled lab setting where biohazards and chemicals are present
• Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (e.g. gloves, lab coat, safety eyewear, mask)
• Ability to stand / sit / walk for long periods of time
• Ability to crouch, bend, twist, and reach
• Ability to lift / push / pull 20 lbs routinely
• Clarity of Vision: ability to identify and distinguish colors
• Must be able to perform activities with repetitive motions

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