Metrology Technician

Emergent Biosolutions • Canton, MA

3d • $70,500 - $85,200

About The Position

The Metrology Technician is responsible for installing, modifying, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, performing preventive and predictive maintenance on, removing, and replacing instrumentation and electrical equipment rated under 50 volts at the Canton, Massachusetts site. The role calibrates instruments used in product manufacturing, site utility systems, and laboratory equipment to ensure accurate measurements, including pressure, temperature, and time. The Technician handles defined complex assignments autonomously and applies standardized methods in accordance with cGMP regulations.

The position works with manufacturing and laboratory staff, outside calibration vendors, and the Facilities Department. It also includes participating in a facility on-call rotation and processing preventive maintenance documentation in the global SAP ERP platform using cGMP documentation practices.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Some prior cGMP experience.
• 3–5 years of experience working in a regulated industry.
• Knowledge of facilities, laboratory, and process equipment.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite products.
• Prior experience with a work order management system.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to handle several tasks simultaneously.
• Customer-service- and quality-driven approach.

Responsibilities

• Perform instrument calibration and adjustments to specifications in accordance with site procedures and calibration requirements.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, service, calibrate, and repair production, non-production, and test equipment.
• Maintain calibration traceability and compliance with applicable cGMP regulations, written procedures, vendor guidelines, and documentation requirements.
• Complete calibration records and work orders in a technically accurate and cGMP-compliant manner.
• Communicate instrumentation work performed and equipment status to manufacturing and laboratory staff.
• Coordinate shipping instruments for external calibration and direct and review calibration activities performed by outside vendors.
• Navigate the site Utility Control System (UCS) and Building Management System (BMS) for job tasks and troubleshooting.
• Assist with preventive and predictive maintenance, including vendor oversight and record review.
• Process preventive maintenance documentation in the global SAP ERP platform using cGMP documentation practices.
• Participate in cross-training with the Facilities Department.
• Participate in the facility on-call rotation.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package; details are available through the company careers website.
• Certain roles are eligible for additional incentive compensation, including merit increases, annual bonus, and/or long-term incentives in the form of stock options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED