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Instrument & Calibration Technician III

astrazeneca1,504 open roles

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$89,874 – $134,812 a year
Where
US - Rockville - MD
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  6. 59.0%60 days
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Job Description

The technician works in accordance with approved procedures, cGMP requirements, site standards, and applicable industry practices. The role also supports continuous improvement, accurate maintenance records, and the timely completion of calibration and maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

· Perform scheduled and unscheduled calibration activities for process, laboratory, facility, and utility instrumentation.

· Inspect, test, adjust, calibrate, repair, and document instruments and control devices in accordance with approved procedures and calibration standards.

· Support the maintenance and troubleshooting of process control systems, electromechanical equipment, pneumatic controls, sensors, transmitters, switches, gauges, control valves, and related devices.

· Assist manufacturing, engineering, facilities, and laboratory personnel with troubleshooting and diagnostic activities involving process and utility equipment.

· Ensure calibration activities are completed accurately, safely, and within the required schedule.

· Review calibration results and identify out-of-tolerance conditions, equipment deficiencies, and potential impacts to operations or product quality. Escalate issues in accordance with site procedures.

· Complete work orders, calibration records, equipment histories, and other required documentation accurately and promptly within the site CMMS or applicable documentation system.

· Support the maintenance of asset lifecycle records, instrument inventories, calibration histories, and associated technical documentation.

· Assist with the investigation and resolution of calibration-related deviations, non-conformances, corrective actions, and recurring equipment issues.

· Maintain calibration standards, test equipment, special tools, spare parts, and related supplies in a controlled and serviceable condition.

· Verify that calibration equipment and standards are within their required certification and calibration periods before use.

· Follow applicable cGMP, data integrity, safety, environmental, and quality requirements while performing assigned work.

· Write, revise, and review technical documents, work instructions, calibration procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures as assigned.

· Identify opportunities to improve instrumentation and calibration processes, reduce waste, improve reliability, and increase operational efficiency.

· Work constructively with internal departments, contractors, vendors, and service providers to support site priorities and resolve technical issues.

· Participate in audits, inspections, technical assessments, and continuous improvement activities as required.

· Perform other related duties consistent with the responsibilities of the position.

Requirements

· High school diploma or GED.

· Minimum of 5 years of industrial maintenance, instrumentation, calibration, or controls experience, preferably in a GMP, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, food, or similarly regulated facility.

· Experience calibrating and troubleshooting process, facility, laboratory, or utility instrumentation.

· Working knowledge of instrumentation and calibration principles, including the use of electrical, electronic, pressure, temperature, flow, level, and dimensional measurement equipment, as applicable.

· Experience with process control systems, electromechanical devices, pneumatic controls, sensors, transmitters, switches, gauges, and control valves is preferred.

· Basic knowledge of cGMP requirements, data integrity principles, controlled documentation, and good documentation practices.

· Ability to use a CMMS or computerized maintenance system to complete work orders and maintain accurate equipment records.

· Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, calibration procedures, and equipment documentation.

· Strong troubleshooting, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

· Effective written and verbal communication skills.

· Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with manufacturing, engineering, facilities, quality, laboratory, and external service teams.

· Ability to safely use calibration equipment, hand tools, test instruments, and personal protective equipment.

· Ability to work flexible hours, respond to urgent equipment issues, and participate in on-call or shift coverage where required.

The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $89,874.40 - $134,811.60. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives—an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

Date Posted

06-Nov-2026

Closing Date

29-Nov-2026

Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.

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