• Instrument Calibration Technician

    Actalent (St. Louis, MO)


    Instrument Calibration TechnicianJob Description

     

    As an Instrument Calibration Technician, you will provide maintenance on various laboratory instrumentation and equipment under the guidance of senior staff. Your role includes installing, calibrating, and qualifying routine and remedial maintenance tasks. You will perform and document your work according to standard operating procedures and established maintenance schedules to meet regulatory requirements. Additionally, you will collaborate with lab staff to schedule maintenance and provide training on equipment when necessary.

    Responsibilities

    + Perform scheduled routine maintenance on active instrumentation and equipment.

    + Conduct scheduled calibrations and qualifications on active instrumentation and equipment, including Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ).

    + Carry out remedial maintenance on active instrumentation and equipment.

    + Oversee the installation of new laboratory instrumentation and equipment.

    + Follow vendor documentation related to preventive maintenance, calibration/qualification, and repairs.

    + Address audits, both internal and external, concerning laboratory instruments and equipment.

    + Evaluate lab support records for compliance with SOPs, ensuring completeness and accuracy, and report findings.

    Essential Skills

    + Metrology

    + Calibration

    + Laboratory equipment maintenance

    + Troubleshooting

    + GMP experience

    + Instrument calibrations (e.g., scales, balances, flow meters, temperature and pressure meters, temperature probes, fluke meters)

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical environment

    + Cleanroom experience (ISO 7/8 preferred)

    + High/Secondary school diploma or equivalent, with relevant formal academic/vocational qualification

    + Technical certification may be required

    + At least 2 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

    + Understanding of FDA and GXP regulations and requirements

    + Knowledge of laboratory instrumentation and equipment

    + Basic troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills

    + Client-focused approach with strong interpersonal skills

    + Effective communication with vendors, clients, and staff

    + Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $29.67 - $29.67/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Saint Louis,MO.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.