Senior Calibration Technician

Overview Join the Pharmaceutical Calibrations and Instrumentation (PCI) team. We are seeking a Senior Calibration Technician that can perform calibration and maintenance on process and analytical instrumentation onsite at client pharmaceutical facilities in Michigan and surround states if needed. If you prefer working at a fast pace, on the go instead of at a desk, have a passion for performing quality work, and have a strong electronics or instrumentation background, this position may be just for you. Position is eligible for a company vehicle, sign on bonus, and relocation if needed. Responsibilities/Assignments Oversees and supervises calibrations, qualifications, and PMs with accurate and timely GxP documentation, ensuring all team members follow PCI or client-specific policies and procedures, and in a safe manner. Provides guidance, direction and effective solutions to clients and PCI technical resources. Upholds, mentors, and is a role model to other PCI Associates on the PCI philosophy and values through honesty, integrity, self-motivation, teamwork, pride and commitment. Proactively takes steps to ensure PCI and client-owned equipment is handled and maintained properly, and trains other Associates on proper use and handling. Develops client quotes and proposals. Provides oversight and project planning including time codes, schedules, test equipment, documentation, and ensures client requirements are met. Responsible for ensuring accurate and timely scheduling, resource allocation, proposal and quotation development, Labor Utilization Reports (LURs), fixed cost and T&E project management for profitability. Must have the ability to identify scope changes and communicate to the client, and process the scope change request documentation to ensure time coding and billing are accurate for the scope change. Proactively assesses project safety concerns and ensures PCI Team members comply with client and PCI site safety requirements. Develops strategic relationships with clients to deliver successful execution. Takes client relations initiative and proactively seeks to expand PCI services. A Tech SR may lead projects and serve as “Account Manager” for select clients based on strong client ties and business needs. Skills Required Expert knowledge and application of instrument, equipment, and loop calibrations of various parameters in manufacturing, utilities, and laboratory environments. Excellent CMMS skills. Familiarity with MAS500 Pivot Table and project KPI module to support team leaders and project managers in managing LURs and project expenses. Develops and updates PCI Policies and Procedures, understands and interprets Government Regulations and instrumentation/calibration principles and provides training and guidance to Tech I and Tech II resources. Excellent communication and problem solving skills with clients and coworkers. Thorough electrical panel knowledge and safety practices. Excellent negotiation skills with direct identification, development, and implementation of negotiation policies and processes in accordance with PCI objectives. Develops negotiation strategy on complex issues. Significant ability to effectively influence and guide others. Understands the business case and has an appreciation of financial issues and profit and loss implications. Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail while keeping strategic company goals in focus. PCI Trained Mentor. Active in PCI onboarding process. Provides on-the-job and specialized technical training. Strong applied and working knowledge of FDA; GMP; GLP; compliance and NIST traceability. Expert knowledge of test equipment and capabilities such as tolerance requirements and 4:1 TAR. Active involvement with external professional organizations (ISPE, ASQ, PDA, etc.). External certification preferred (ISA, ASQ, etc.). Experience & Education A four-year degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Electronics, or another related technical field OR equivalent military training and four plus years of applicable (Metrology, Instrumentation, Calibration) experience OR the equivalent combination of education and experience. Quality System/Pharmaceutical experience is required. PCI is proud to serve pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and clinical research industries nationwide by providing calibration, commissioning and consulting solutions. At PCI, calibrations are performed by highly technical, cGMP/GLP-trained personnel who are knowledgeable in quality guidelines enforced by the FDA, EPA and ISO/IEC 17025:2017. PCI is an FCX Performance Company and a subsidiary of Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT). Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy that puts people first. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment and provide growth opportunities for everyone. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. Job Function & Seniority Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Management and Manufacturing Industry: Wholesale References: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Applied Industrial Technologies. #J-18808-Ljbffr Applied Industrial Technologies