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With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.\nJob Title\nCalibration TechnicianLocation(s)\nAZ Macclesfield (UK) - Customer SiteJob Description\nWe are looking for a Calibration Technician to join the team located at one of our client sites. The role assists in the provision of a high-quality, UKAS accredited calibration service for a range of equipment and instrumentation within the site laboratory and manufacturing community. Working collaboratively with all members of the calibration laboratory team and providing a proactive and focused approach, optimising service delivery, equipment up-time and manufacturing compliance.\nJob Responsibilities:\nPerform internal calibrations including Temperature, Humidity, Pressure, Vacuum, Electrical, Dimensional and Mass.\nPerform intermediate checks of laboratory reference standards.\nAssist calibration laboratory team staff with internal audits, weekly, monthly and quarterly. Participate in UKAS and client audits or internal investigations, as required. \nAssist customers with measurement-related queries.\nKeep customers updated throughout the life cycle of the calibration activity (Internal or external).\nOwnership of specific areas and tasks within the calibration laboratory, including equipment checks and maintenance, drift data updates after checks, calibration certificate reviews and associated uncertainty budget updates.\nConduct basic trouble shooting and minor repairs to customer equipment.\nBe aware of handling requirements for customers’ equipment and the laboratory's high precision reference standards.\nImmediate non-conformance or issue reporting to laboratory manager.\nPerform site wide equipment collections and returns.\nPerform contract reviews and equipment booking in.\nWhere required, sub-contract item calibrations: including, quote request, purchase order raising and sending to vendor via courier. \nAdhere to 5S principles for a safe and efficient workplace. \nWork efficiently and effectively without compromising quality.\nDemonstrates high attention to detail and maintains high standards at all times.\nAdhere to all site and laboratory quality standards at all times.\nCritical Skills:\nMinimum 2 years' experience in at least two of the following calibration fields. High accuracy temperature calibration including fixed points, high accuracy pressure calibrations using piston gauges, high accuracy electrical calibrations including, resistance (using Ratio Techniques), Voltage (using Ratio Techniques), Frequency, 17th and 18th edition test equipment. Humidity calibrations using chilled mirror hygrometers and mass calibrations using mass comparators.\nMinimum of 2 years' experience in a UKAS accredited laboratory.\nMust have an in-depth working knowledge of measurement uncertainty, budget draft and maintenance.\nMust have been involved in or led UKAS assessments.\nMust have an in-depth knowledge of ISO17025 and be able to work to the defined principles and requirements of the standard.\nAbility to work to own initiative, but also be team orientated and able to work with minimal supervision\nKnowledge and understanding of EHS procedures\nExperience of working in a fast paced, operational environment.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\nHigh customer focus.\nBasic Qualifications:\nNVQ level 3 and modern apprenticeship in a related engineering field.\nExperience within the Laboratory Instrument Support or manufacturing sector.\nPC literate in Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc).\nDesired Experience:\nKnowledge of regulatory requirements relating to GMP\nExperience of working within Pharma\nHave experience using IndySoft calibration management software.\nHave an in-depth knowledge of excel, including VBA, macros, pivot tables and power query.\nWorking Environment:\nRole is site based on a customer site.\nMust be able to work in a laboratory, controlled environments requiring personal protective equipment (e.g., lab coat, safety glasses, etc.) in laboratory. \nMust be able to remain in a stationary position more than 25% of the time \nThe person needs to occasionally move between labs, corridors, adjoining rooms, and buildings onsite Frequently operating around instruments, objects, tools or controls, which will require regularly bending, squatting, stretching and reaching in order to perform in a service function. \nMay be required to complete Medical Clearance, Respiratory Protection Training, and Fit Testing to wear a respirator as protection against hazards present in the laboratory environment.\nWhat we offer:\n25 days of annual leave plus all Bank Holidays\nIncome Protection Insurance that ensures your income is protected when life takes the unexpected turn\nLife Assurance for added peace of mind\nAccess to our WeCare Programme, offering medical, mental health, legal, and financial support\nMyStrength - 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