Metrology Technician

Metrology Technician

Who we are?

We are a French pharmaceutical industrial group, recognized for making affordable healthcare products that improve and simplify patients’ lives to as many people as possible.

With 30 years of technological expertise, we position ourselves as a world leader in sterile single dose with 10 sites on 4 continents and more than 2000 employees. 

Since 2013, our site Unither Manufacturing LLC. based in Rochester (NY), specializes in the manufacture of Blow-Fill-Seal, Liquid Stick-Packs, Pharmaceutical bottles, Tablets and Capsules. It has more than 300 employees.

Your role

Reporting to the Director of Quality,

JOB SUMMARY:  

The Metrology Technician will be responsible for performing and documenting calibrations for critical manufacturing, environmental, and packaging instruments. This position requires proficiency in the calibration of various instruments such as temperature, humidity, weight, flow, speed, conductivity, and pressure. The technician will work closely with manufacturing and packaging teams to schedule and complete calibrations using calibration software, instruments, and hand tools. The role assists with the creation of new calibration methods and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and managing the calibration database in compliance with regulatory requirements. This position also includes involvement in continuous improvement projects, the purchase and qualification of new instruments, and the maintenance of calibration software to meet operational needs. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: 


Calibrated Instruments (65%)

•Schedules Calibrations with Mfg., Pkg. and other internal customers using calibration software.
•Performs calibrations on critical manufacturing, environmental, and packaging instruments.
•Performs hands on Calibrations on in-house equipment. Using calibration software, calibration instruments, calibration Standards, hand tools, ladders, and power moving equipment. 
•Reviews and signs other calibration documentation. 

Calibration Guidance & Advice (20%)

•Assists with creation of new Calibration method ‘s and SOP’s.   

Process Improvements (5%)
•Assists in the completion of improvement projects or the purchase of new instruments.


Calibration SOP’s (5%)
•Assists with updates and queries computer database for critical instruments.

Calibration Application Available, Accessible, and Functions According to Intended Use and Compliance Requirements (5%) 
•Assists with application procedures and system configuration documents.
•Assists with application change control activities.
•Assists with application Refresh/Upgrade lifecycle activities
•Assists with applications meet business and user requirements

Key Competencies:

•Analytical:  Uses a systematic approach in solving problems through analysis of problem and evaluation of alternate solutions; uses logic, mathematics, or other problem-solving tools in data analysis or in generating solutions; logically and thoughtfully sorts through ambiguity and alternatives with rigor and discipline that crystallizes ideas for action; goes beyond analyzing factual information to develop a conceptual understanding of the meaning of a range of information; integrates diverse themes and lines of reasoning to create new insights or levels of understanding for the issue at hand; thinks in terms of generalized models rather than concrete details.
•Customer Focus:  Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect. 
•Planning:  Accurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks and projects; sets objectives and goals; breaks down work into the process steps; develops schedules and task/people assignments; anticipates and adjusts for problems and roadblocks; measure performance against goals; evaluates results.
•Problem Solving:  Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; probes all fruitful sources for answers; can see hidden problems; is excellent at honest analysis; looks beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at the first answers.
•Time Management: Uses his/her time effectively and efficiently; values time; concentrates his/her efforts on the more important priorities; gets more done in less time than others; can attend to a broader range of activities.

Your profile

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

Associate’s degree in engineering, Electronics, Instrumentation or related field
3 years’ work experience in instrument calibrations.
Experience with metrology software a plus.

SPECIFIC SKILLS:

Identify system needs and create solutions.
Understanding of electronics and their use in calibrating instruments.
Understanding and communicating industry applications for new instrumentation needs.
Ability to perform instrument adjustments, repairs and programming.
Ability to perform various types of instrument calibrations: temperature, humidity, weight, flow, speed, conductivity, and pressure.
Understanding and communicating industry applications for new instrumentation needs.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations necessary to identify calibration parameters.

Computer Skills:
Basic Outlook skills as evidenced by creating and sending messages, working with address books, message handling, creating and using personal folders, scheduling appointments, working with meeting requests and managing tasks.
Basic Microsoft Word skills as evidenced by the ability to produce basic business letters and simple tables and charts; as well as check spelling, set tabs, change page orientation, sort, save, open and organize electronic files.
Basic Data Entry for various Calibration Software.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENT: 

Climb ladders, standing/walking 80% of time, sitting 20 % of time.
Moderate lifting required.
Controlled environment with a moderate amount of noise.
Must wear personal protective equipment.
Must be able to work overtime as needed.

Compensation range

30,00 - 34,00 USD

*The referenced compensation range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

More Than Just a Paycheck
At Unither, we don’t just offer competitive hourly wages—we also pay 100% of your medical premiums. That means no paycheck deductions for your healthcare, which can be worth an extra $1 to $3.50 an hour in your pocket compared to jobs where you pay part of the premium.

 Learn more about us:

We are a dynamic company driven by a spirit of victory and are therefore pursuing strong growth while maintaining a close relationship with our customers and employees.

Our culture is based on 5 values: Respect, Responsibility, Trust, Courage and Innovation. We are committed to bringing these values to life with our employees by granting them a high degree of autonomy in the exercise of their profession and by encouraging their initiatives.

We are committed to providing them with working conditions and atmosphere that is conducive to their development and the expression of their potential. 

We propose you to integrate a site that values the meaning of work and that entrusts our employees with a high level of responsibility. 

Join us and make a difference!