PE Global is recruiting for a Calibration Technician for our biopharmaceutical client in Louth.
This is an initial 12-month contract, onsite role.
Role Description
Reporting to the Engineering Coach the Calibration Technician enables the safe, compliant and reliable manufacture by executing calibration, verification and maintenance of measurement and test equipment across production, laboratory and facility systems on site.
Role Functions
Perform scheduled and unscheduled calibrations and verifications of process, lab and facility equipment
Conduct field and bench calibrations; update calibration records
Investigate out-of-tolerance events, support root-cause analysis and corrective actions
Maintain traceability to national/international standards and manage reference standards; coordinate third-party calibrations
Support installation, commissioning and validation of new instruments and process equipment
Liaise with QA, Production and Maintenance to schedule calibrations with minimal downtime
Maintain calibration tools, spares and controlled documentation; propose improvements to procedures and workflows
Experience, Knowledge & Skills
Practical experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device or other regulated manufacturing environments preferred
Experience performing field and bench calibrations on process, laboratory and facility instruments
Experience using calibration management systems/CMMS
Solid understanding of calibration principles, measurement uncertainty and traceability to national/international standards (e.g., NIST or equivalent)
Familiarity with GMP/cGMP requirements, ISO ***** concepts and controlled documentation practices
Working knowledge of process and laboratory instrumentation: pressure, temperature, flow, level, pH/DO probes, balances, multimeters, HVAC/environmental sensors, data loggers, sterilization indicators
Basic awareness of instrument commissioning, validation/qualification activities and root cause analysis for out of tolerance events
Strong practical calibration skills (field and bench) and accurate record keeping
Competency with CMMS/calibration software and MS Office (Excel, Word)
Good troubleshooting and analytical
problem-solving
abilities
Attention to detail and high standards for data integrity and documentation
Effective communication and teamwork; ability to liaise with QA, Production and Maintenance
Organisational skills and ability to prioritise tasks in a dynamic manufacturing environment
Qualifications & Education
Qualification: Level 6/7 apprenticeship, Higher Certificate, National Diploma or equivalent in Instrumentation, Mechatronics, Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience: 7+ years in calibration/instrumentation/metrology; pharmaceutical/biotech experience preferred
Skills: calibration principles, uncertainty and traceability; hands-on with process and lab instruments; familiarity with GMP/ISO ***** concepts; competency with CMMS/calibration software and MS Office
Desirable: PLC/HMI knowledge, calibration/metrology certification, GMP and ISO ***** awareness, electrical safe isolation training
Interested candidates should submit an updated CV.
Please click the link below to apply, call Paul Wheatley on or alternatively send an up-to-date CV to
***Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in Ireland***