Metrologist II/ III
Perform or assist with all essential tasks including preventative maintenance, calibration, and qualification of laboratory instruments in accordance to all applicable SOP to ensure adherence to cGMP in support of the laboratory operation. Assist with instrument maintenance and schedule outside contractor where necessary.
- Preparation and maintenance of master Preventive Maintenance/Calibration schedule.
- Planning, execution of instrument calibration/qualification related activities as per the calibration master plan.
- Preparation of instrument operation, maintenance and calibration procedures.
- Obtained a quote for instrument service and repairs.
- Prepare IQ/OP/PQ protocols for new instrument.
- Initiate change controls for new and existing instrument and its procedures.
- Concurrent documentation of all the raw data, observations in the notebook or applicable documents.
- Notify to the supervisor any anomalous or OOC results. Notify the management for any observations or deviations.
- Adhere to cGMP and safety procedures.
- Review and report any applicable calibration/qualification documents.
- Logging and attending instrument repair requests.
- Scheduling visit for outside contractors for preventive maintenance or repair.
- Placing “out of service tag” on instrument due for calibration, instrument requiring a repair or on a new instrument.
- Opening the investigations and conduct primary investigation under direct guidance from management.
- Ensure adequate labeling of all instruments and ensure instrument calibration status.
- Order and maintain spare parts for major instrument to ensure continuous support of the analysis.
- Verify the expiry date of chemicals, reagents, primary calibrators prior to use.
Education or Equivalent:
- Minimum BS or equivalent degree in Chemistry or related discipline.
Requirements and Qualifications:
- In depth knowledge of analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV and practice.
- Practical problem solving skills for instrumentation troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of ICH and FDA regulatory guidance.
- Must be familiar with cGMP/GLP practices for analytical laboratories and EHS/OSHA safety regulations.
- Minimum of four (4) years of Pharmaceutical Industry Laboratory experience
