Calibration Technician

Calibration Technician - Bio/Pharma - Contract - South East, UK

Our client is a leading life science biopharma manufacturer with operations across the globe. At present, they are seeking a Calibration Technician to start immediately on contract basis for up to 12 months at their facility based in the South East, UK.

Responsibilities:
Calibration of assets ensuring correct functionality and accuracy
Perform routine Maintenance of Plant Equipment, Utilities and Buildings, may involve troubleshooting
Ensure recurring faults are eradicated by addressing the root cause of the issue
Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements, and internal Operating and Safety Procedures
Ensure cost savings are highlighted to management, including competitive tender on quotations and parts, as applicable
Ensure Calibration targets and goals are met
Ensure Calibration and Maintenance Standards are maintained and optimized
Train to changes to systems or procedures adequately
Perform Calibration, Preventative & Predictive Maintenance, and troubleshooting, with minimal supervision
Participate in authoring detailed documentation (Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), user guides, Calibration Schedules) for operation and maintenance of manufacturing systems and utilities
Coordinate and supervise the work of outside vendors for Calibration as required; includes raising Purchase Orders, Permits to Work and the review of Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS)
Interpret sketches, drawings, layouts, wiring diagrams and specifications
Stay up to date with internal training, job related technical advancements and current good practice, includes site specific training e.g. L8, Forklift, etc. where applicable
Demonstrate commitment to the development, implementation and effectiveness of Quality Management System per MHRA, FDA, ISO and other regulatory agencies or standards
Support Environmental Management System (EMS) activities and compliance per ISO14001

Skills / Experience:
Previous experience in a GMP environment
Ability to work hands-on alone or in a team environment
A proactive and organized approach to managing both a Planned and Unplanned workload
Proficient on Microsoft Office (Word & Excel)
Previous experience of using a CMMS to track and record works
Requires the ability to stand, walk, reach, and crouch for extended periods of time
City & Guilds, Apprenticeship or similar in Control & Instrumentation
Optional - Alan Bradley and/or Siemens PLC (Programmable Logic Controller)