PLS Equipment Specialist II

Pace® Analytical Services•Oakdale, MN

3d•$55,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Equipment Specialist II is responsible for executing and overseeing the maintenance, repair, and qualification of laboratory instrumentation, hardware, and software. The role provides feedback and guidance on laboratory instrumentation using advanced professional and technical knowledge of mechanical, scientific, or related instrumentation and software. This is a full-time, onsite position in Oakdale, Minnesota, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and rotational on-call coverage every 3–4 weeks. Compensation is $55,000–$65,000 annually. The position supports Pace Life Sciences, which provides contract CMC development, CTM manufacturing, regulatory compliance, consulting, and facility support services to pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, and gene therapy industries.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related field and 2–4 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Advanced knowledge of laboratory and analytical instrumentation.
Advanced knowledge of metrology standards.
Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques for diagnosing, troubleshooting, and solving problems.
Advanced knowledge of testing tools, instruments, and calibration.
Comprehensive understanding of the administration and oversight of area programs, policies, and procedures.
Knowledge of methods for resolving area problems, questions, and concerns.
Comprehensive understanding of applicable area laws, codes, and regulations.
Expert understanding of comprehensive testing tools, equipment, and calibration.
Knowledge of computer applications and systems related to the work.
Knowledge of project-team practices and methods for communicating with staff, coworkers, and customers to ensure safe, effective, and appropriate operations.
Correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Ability to perform advanced instrumentation troubleshooting and administer instrument, mechanical, electrical, and software-based functions.
Ability to lead the design, development, and management of projects and work both independently and as a team member or project leader.
Ability to interpret, apply, and explain applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
Ability to prepare expert functional reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
Ability to use initiative and independent judgment within established department guidelines, and to exercise tact, discretion, and prudence.
Ability to deliver effective oral presentations to groups of varying sizes and contribute to team or work-unit goals and activities.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals.
Mobility to work in a laboratory and office setting; ability to use standard office and laboratory equipment and sit for extended periods.
Ability to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects.
Vision to read printed materials and computer screens, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or by telephone.

Responsibilities

Perform advanced diagnostics, maintenance, qualification, troubleshooting, and repairs of laboratory equipment, specifically temperature-controlled and/or pressurized units.
Coordinate and oversee vendor management for laboratory equipment onboarding, inventory, repair, and decommissioning as needed.
Provide on-call support during non-standard business hours to address critical equipment excursions.
Source and maintain current inventories of instrument consumables and repair parts as needed.
Draft and/or revise technical documentation, including SOPs, calibration procedures, qualification protocols, and other documents as needed.
Communicate with vendors, staff, and customers to provide advanced support, explain troubleshooting, and provide solutions.
Provide fundamental analysis, interpretation, and counsel to staff, management, and functional leaders regarding equipment policies, programs, and standard operating practices.
Ensure the accuracy of equipment records, actions, procedures, operational databases, reports, and related details through audits, queries, and reviews; work with the team to resolve discrepancies and ensure quality-system compliance.