JT914 - SR INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN
Quality Consulting Group•Juncos, PR
About The Position
Quality Consulting Group is seeking a Senior Instrument Technician to provide advanced instrumentation and process control support for manufacturing and utility systems and analytical laboratory equipment in the pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, and manufacturing industries. The role covers calibration, installation, troubleshooting, loop checking, programming, repair, validation support, and technical documentation. The technician supports equipment start-up and commissioning, instrumentation reliability, manufacturing and utility operations, compliance, and process improvements. The role may include leading work-team activities and directing technicians or contractors.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in instrumentation or a related area.
- At least 1 year of instrumentation experience.
- Knowledge of GMP regulations and compliance requirements in a regulated pharmaceutical or medical device environment.
- Experience performing basic calibration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of instruments and equipment.
- Hands-on experience replacing diaphragms, gaskets, and related equipment components.
- Experience operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting autoclaves and glasswashers.
- Proficiency in Maximo CMMS software for work order management, preventive maintenance, and maintenance documentation.
- Ability to prepare, review, and maintain technical documentation and maintenance records in compliance with GMP requirements.
- Knowledge of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and equipment safety practices.
- Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, equipment specifications, and maintenance procedures.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Availability for the listed night-shift schedule of 5:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Nice To Haves
- Instrumentation experience in regulated environments.
Responsibilities
- Perform advanced calibration, troubleshooting, repair, installation, and maintenance of instrumentation used on manufacturing and utility equipment.
- Perform loop checks, loop tuning, and troubleshooting of process control systems.
- Design, install, configure, and start up instruments and microprocessor-based controllers used for process control.
- Troubleshoot and repair hardware and software issues associated with computer-based process control systems.
- Perform advanced programming and troubleshooting of PLC, DCS, BMS, and MMI systems.
- Support start-up and commissioning of new equipment to ensure instrumentation meets established design specifications.
- Evaluate calibration cycles and recommend changes to optimize equipment reliability and the calibration program.
- Maintain calibration records, instrument files, work orders, and technical documentation.
- Maintain and manage an up-to-date spare-parts inventory for instrumentation and process control equipment.
- Perform equipment certification activities to verify compliance with industry standards and client procedures.
- Assist with development and execution of validation documentation for instrumentation and control systems.
- Develop, revise, review, and maintain SOPs and technical procedures related to instrumentation and process control activities.
- Maintain and update loop sheets, electrical schematics, P&IDs, I/O wiring documentation, and panel drawings.
- Plan and coordinate instrumentation activities to support manufacturing and utility operations while minimizing production impact.
- Coordinate work performed by personnel and contractors with Operations and other site stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain technical training programs for instrumentation, controls, and plant systems.
- Maintain required cGMP training documentation and ensure training requirements remain current.
- Support investigations, troubleshooting, equipment modifications, and process improvements related to instrumentation and control systems.
- Ensure activities comply with CFRs, cGMP requirements, SOPs, safety requirements, and client policies.
- Provide technical guidance and support to other members of the instrumentation and controls team.
- May assume lead responsibilities within the work team and provide direction to technicians or contractors.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
