The Calibration Specialist will be responsible for helping in handling all quality functions as they relate to the equipment and physical operations of the Chemistry and Microbiology laboratories. Reporting to the Calibration Specialist/QA Manager the Calibration Specialist performs the qualifications and calibrations on equipment issued to the lab maintains/ ensures the data integrity requirements as per the companys procedures. The position involves setting up instruments according to their manual specifications therefore a high level of technical competence is required. This position also entails training other employees on these instruments with the help and under the supervision of the Calibration Specialist.
Key Accountabilities for this Role:
- Be familiar with the Agilent and PE systems;
- Have enough knowledge about the Health Canada and the FDAs requirements for Data Integrity;
- Being able to navigate through different software to ensure compliance to Data Integrity; requirements as per the companys procedures.
- Prepare write and execute qualification (OQ/PQ) protocols for instrumentation;
- Prepare and write Preventative Maintenance and Calibration procedures;
- Perform installation qualifications and OQ/PQs on all applicable laboratory equipment;
- Maintain VMP and equipment lists;
- Play an active role in internal and external audits;
- Contact contractors for outside PM and instrument repairs;
- Evaluate and summarize instrumentation qualification data in final reports;
- Train employees on laboratory equipment and techniques;
- Install and qualify new equipment with the help and under the supervision of the Calibration Specialist;
- Executing calibration and preventative maintenance schedules for all applicable laboratory equipment;
- Conducting temperature deviation investigations and record keeping;
- Responding to the monitoring system alarms even after working hours if necessary;
- Create trendings for monitoring systems;
- Follow safety procedures within the labs and follow company policies;
- Troubleshoot and respond quickly when problems arise.
Qualifications :
- Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or Chemistry-related degree or Diploma would be preferred but other science-related degrees or Diplomas will be considered;
- Experience in a contract laboratory;
- A high level of technical competence;
- Thorough knowledge of GMP.
Soft Skills
- Must speak and write English fluently;
- Must possess excellent communication skills both written and verbal in order to maintain communication with internal and external stakeholders;
- Must be articulate;
- Superior organizational skills;
- High level of accuracy and strong attention to detail;
- Ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative team-based department;
- Ability to multitask to a high level and remain calm under pressure;
- Ability to consistently meet several simultaneous deadlines on an on-going basis;
- High level of professionalism maturity good judgment and discretion when dealing in confidential matters;
- Must be proactive self-disciplined and able to demonstrate a high level of productivity;
- Willingness to learn with the ability to retain information quickly and apply knowledge to various scenarios.
Technical Skills
- Exceptional computer skills with a high level of competence with MS Office (Outlook Word Excel) and working with other databases;
- Experience in working with various lab equipment.
Additional Information :
At Eurofins we offer excellent full-time benefits including health & dental coverage life and disability insurance RRSP with 3% company match paid holidays paid time off.
Accommodation: Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request via the website at .
As a Eurofins employee you will become part of a company that has received international recognition as a great place to work. To learn more about Eurofins please explore our website at
We thank all applicants within commuting distance of GTA Ontario for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time