Calibration Coordinator

Title: Calibration Coordinator
Location: North Chicago, IL
Hire Type: Long Term Contract, Multi-year
Compensation: $35-45/hr
Benefits: As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.
Must have Skill Set: 

• 5+ years of calibration, metrology, laboratory equipment, or asset management experience.
• Experience with Maximo or a similar CMMS/asset management system.
• Knowledge of calibration programs, preventative maintenance, and equipment lifecycle management.
• Experience working within a regulated environment with exposure to cGMP, FDA, ISO, or other quality systems.

Overview:

Job Duties: 

• Serve as the primary administrator and subject matter resource for the calibration and asset management system.
• Coordinate calibration schedules, preventative maintenance activities, and related work orders for laboratory and R&D equipment.
• Partner with internal teams and third-party service providers to ensure calibration activities are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Maintain detailed equipment records, asset ownership information, calibration history, and lifecycle documentation.
• Support equipment procurement, installation, transfers, qualification, and retirement activities.
• Develop and maintain calibration specifications, procedures, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with equipment qualification and validation activities as needed.
• Coordinate activities related to CAPAs, NCRs, overdue or delinquent equipment, and non-conformance investigations.
• Support internal audits and regulatory inspections while maintaining compliance with applicable quality and regulatory standards.
• Identify and implement process improvements related to calibration, maintenance, and asset management.
• Provide guidance to laboratory personnel regarding calibration requirements and equipment compliance.
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Quality, Facilities, and laboratory teams to support operational and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in calibration, metrology, laboratory equipment management, asset management, or a related engineering function.
• Experience working with Maximo or another CMMS or computerized asset management system.
• Strong understanding of calibration programs, preventative maintenance, and equipment lifecycle management.
• Experience working in a regulated environment such as pharmaceuticals, medical devices, biotechnology, diagnostics, or regulated manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of cGMP, FDA, ISO, and quality management systems.
• Strong organizational, coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.