Metrology Technician II

Forge Biologics•Columbus, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Metrology Technician II contributes to the calibration, controls maintenance, and continuous improvement of GMP manufacturing, laboratory, and utility equipment and control systems in accordance with OEM recommendations and internal SOPs. The role performs initial and planned calibrations, corrective work, troubleshooting, and documentation while coordinating with internal departments to minimize equipment downtime. It also supports out-of-tolerance investigations, identifies critical spare components, and escorts vendors and contractors under company procedures. The position is based at Forge Biologics’ cGMP facility, The Hearth, in Columbus, Ohio. The work includes standing, walking, bending, climbing ladders, and regularly lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds. Work may take place in hot, cold, noisy, or humid environments and requires PPE, including respirators and safety gear. On-call availability and after-hours troubleshooting support may be needed.

Requirements

At least 3 years of related experience in calibration and controls.
Experience maintaining, testing, repairing, and calibrating a wide range of complex equipment.
Effective troubleshooting, resolution, and communication skills for reporting calibration and controls issues related to product quality.
Ability to troubleshoot complex instrumentation and control systems, identify root causes, and propose and implement solutions.
Experience selecting calibration standards and using calibration software programs.
Experience with CMMS systems and documentation management.
Proficiency calibrating instruments and equipment such as temperature, pressure, flow, and level transmitters.
Ability to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair control systems such as PLCs, SCADA systems, and DCS.
Ability to provide troubleshooting and after-hours support as needed.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in engineering, electronics, or a related field.
Experience working in a cGMP or other highly regulated environment.
Experience managing documentation within a structured Quality System, such as ISO or FDA systems.

Responsibilities

Perform initial calibrations of new equipment as required.
Perform planned calibrations and corrective work on instrumentation in accordance with internal procedures.
Coordinate with Manufacturing, Quality Control, Process Development, Facilities, and other departments to complete calibrations while minimizing equipment downtime.
Provide effective communication and prompt work completion to internal departments.
Communicate as-found out-of-tolerance (OOT) instrument results to equipment owners and management, initiate OOT deviations in the Quality Management System, and serve as a subject matter expert in investigations as needed.
Support periodic reviews of instrument OOTs and propose areas for improvement or correction.
Develop and maintain troubleshooting narratives for control systems.
Upload calibration documentation and corrective work into the Maintenance CMMS system (Blue Mountain Regulatory Asset Manager/BMRAM) while following Good Documentation Practices.
Identify critical spare instrumentation and controls components.
Escort vendors and contractors in accordance with company procedures.
Provide troubleshooting and after-hours support as needed, including responses to building management and building monitoring systems.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance beginning on the first day, with 90% of premiums covered for the employee and family.
Competitive paid time off.
12 weeks of fully paid parental leave.
Annual bonus opportunities for full-time team members.
401(k) with company match.
Employee discounts, including childcare and dependent care savings.
Onsite fitness facility.
Mental health counseling and financial planning services through the Employee Assistance Program.
Employer-paid short- and long-term disability coverage.
Stocked kitchen with free snacks and beverages.
Professional development resources, training, and mentorship programs.