Calibration Technician - Onsite (Urgent Need)

Job Description: Calibration Technician (Contract, 6 Months)

Location: San Diego, CA (Bldg A&B)

Department: Quality / Calibration Lab

Reports To: Calibration Lead / Quality Manager

Position Summary

The Calibration Technician is responsible for performing calibration, maintenance, and

documentation of inspection, measurement, and test equipment (IM&TE) to ensure

compliance with BD Quality System requirements, FDA regulations (21 CFR Part 820),

and ISO 13485 standards.

This role supports both internal laboratory equipment and field service equipment, with

a focus on reducing calibration backlog, maintaining equipment readiness, and

supporting audit readiness activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Calibration Execution (Core Function)
  
  

 Perform Calibration, Verification, And Adjustment Of IM&TE Including

• Electrical, mechanical, and dimensional equipment (e.g., Mettler balances,
  
  

Instron systems, calipers, multimeters)

 Execute Calibrations In Accordance With

• Approved procedures, work instructions, and specifications
• Manufacturer requirements and traceability standards
  
  

 Evaluate Calibration Results For

• Out-of-tolerance (OOT) conditions
• Measurement uncertainty and acceptability criteria
• Field Service Equipment Support
  
  

 Support calibration and control of field service and portable equipment

 Ensure proper tracking, calibration status, and labeling prior to deployment

 Coordinate With Field Service Teams To

• Maintain compliance for equipment used in customer environments
• Resolve calibration-related issues impacting service operations
• Documentation & Compliance
  
  

 Accurately document calibration results in client systems (e.g., BMRAM or

equivalent)

 Maintain Complete And Audit-ready Records, Including

• Calibration certificates
• Traceability to national/international standards (NIST, ISO)
  
  

 Initiate And Support Investigations For

• Out-of-tolerance conditions
• Calibration discrepancies or failures
• Calibration Scheduling & Coordination
  
  

 Support execution of calibration schedules to meet due dates and reduce

backlog

 Interface With Internal Stakeholders And External Vendors For

• Outsourced calibration activities
• Equipment service and repair
  
  

 Ensure timely turnaround of equipment to minimize operational impact

• Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting
  
  

 Perform basic troubleshooting, repair coordination, and preventive maintenance

 Identify equipment performance issues and escalate as needed

 Support root cause analysis for calibration failures or recurring issues

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

 Degree Or Relevant Certifications Preferred, But Not Required

• Electronics, Mechanical Technology, Metrology, or related field OR
  
  

equivalent experience

 3 years of experience in calibration, metrology, or test equipment maintenance

 Hands-on experience calibrating IM&TE in a regulated environment

Preferred Qualifications

 Experience in medical device, biotech, or pharmaceutical industry

 Familiarity With

• FDA 21 CFR Part 820
• ISO 13485 requirements
  
  

 Experience with calibration and quality management systems (e.g., BMRAM,

SAP, GAGEtrak)

 Knowledge Of

• Measurement uncertainty
• Root cause analysis and OOT investigations
  
  

Technical Skills

 Strong Understanding Of

• Measurement science and calibration techniques
• Electrical and mechanical instrumentation
  
  

 Ability To Read And Interpret

• Technical drawings, specifications, and procedures
  
  

 Proficiency With Standard Test Equipment

• Multimeters, pressure gauges, scales, force testers, dimensional tools