Metrology Technician III, Quality Control

Description

We are seeking a Quality Control (QC) Metrologist with expertise in analytical instrumentation. This is an on-site position based at our cGMP production facility in New Hope, MN, requiring a five-day work schedule, Monday through Friday. The role supports our Minneapolis quality control labs. Join our team where great things are happening and you can make a difference!

Job duties :

• Assists or takes the lead in troubleshooting and repairing instrument or equipment issues, leveraging creative and independent problem-solving skills to determine the best solutions.
• Oversees and performs the installation and qualification (IQ / OQ / PQ) of new equipment within the Quality Control laboratories.
• Develops calibration sequences, methods, and SOPs based on specific documentation, specifications, and requirements.
• Delivers training as required on systems and processes.
• Leads efforts for equipment improvements, relocations, and optimization processes.
• Administers equipment-related activities in SAP, TrackWise, and ELN systems.
• Collaborates with Procurement to establish and manage vendor contracts.
• Alerts Department Management of any nonconforming instruments or equipment and follows up to ensure timely resolution.
• Investigates equipment calibration failures and other issues using the electronic CAPA / deviation system.
• Conducts calibration and routine preventative maintenance for laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Disassembles, cleans, repairs, and replaces defective parts in laboratory test equipment as needed.
• Performs unscheduled calibration or maintenance tasks as necessary to support departmental needs.
• Coordinates with external calibration and maintenance service providers to ensure timely service.
• Ensures adherence to calibration and preventative maintenance schedules.
• Maintains up-to-date technical files, including specification sheets and equipment manuals.
• Conducts and approves calibration and preventative maintenance reviews as applicable.
• Reviews laboratory reports, procedures, engineering change requests, tooling prints, and documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• May maintain work orders for glassware and laboratory equipment.

Minimum qualifications :

Preferred qualifications :

Core Competencies;

Since its beginning, Padagis has been undergoing the process of identifying what we believe will lead to the success of our organization in a competitive landscape. To that end, we have developed a set of five "core" competencies. We strive to bring employees on board the journey with us who exemplify these key competencies :

About us :

At Padagis our focus is on health care products that improve people's lives. We are a market-leading generic prescription pharmaceutical company that specializes in "extended topical" medications, like creams, foams, mousses, gels, liquids and inhalable products. It's a great time to join our team because we have a high growth trajectory with now more than 1,300 employees across six locations in the United States and Israel. We've already established a successful track record of launching first-to-file and first-to-market generic pharmaceutical products that have helped to make prescription products more affordable for patients and reduce costs for the healthcare system. Our team members work in a dynamic environment where opportunity is built on a foundation of honesty and transparency. Please consider joining our team where great things are happening and you can make a difference.

What's Next :

At Padagis a real recruiter AND the hiring manager will review your application, not just a bot. This means we pay special attention to each application submitted for the position. While it could take a couple of days for us to get back with you, please know that we appreciate you applying for the open position and ask that you monitor your email for updates.

Qualifications

Education

Technical / other training (preferred)

Experience

4 years : Metrology (preferred)

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