Calibration and Maintenance Technician

Summary:

• Location: Groton, CT
• Duration: 10 Months
• Work Mode: Onsite

Responsibilities:

• Maintain facility cGMP mechanical equipment under minimal supervision.
• Lead complex mechanical repairs, perform instrument calibrations, and conduct lock out tag outs.
• Support facility project upgrades or routine maintenance.
• Initiate, complete, and close on-demand and scheduled work orders.
• Participate in training other technicians on new equipment and upgrades.
• Assist operational staff with problem-solving and equipment troubleshooting.
• Participate in department and safety meetings as required.
• Commit to continual skill improvement through educational opportunities.
• Work on a flexible schedule to meet department needs.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma with minimum 2 years of experience in equipment, electrical, and/or instrumentation maintenance.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated capability to support others within a matrix development team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office, e.g., MS Word, MS Excel.

Preferred Skills:

• Associate degree in Science or a technical discipline.
• Mechanical aptitude and desire to execute hands-on manual labor.
• Experience with Delta V Production Control System.
• Experience in a Pharmaceutical cGMP manufacturing environment.
• Ability to perform calibrations in compliance with site policies and procedures ensuring traceability to NIST standards.
• Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance on production and utility equipment.
• Install, specify, and calibrate process instrumentation and laboratory devices.
• Troubleshoot and repair instrumentation and automation systems.
• Read and interpret equipment schematics, logic diagrams, and engineering drawings.
• Use calibration tools and equipment safely and effectively.
• Maintain accurate documentation of calibration and maintenance activities.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift more than 50 lbs.
• Amenable to wearing personal protective equipment and working in the vicinity of hazardous materials.

Non-Standard Work Schedule, Travel, or Environment Requirements:

• Candidate must be able and willing to work outside of standard day shift hours and on weekends as necessary.