Metrologist job description
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Example metrologist requirements on a job description
Metrologist requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in metrologist job postings.
Sample metrologist requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, or a related field
- Proficiency in using various types of measuring equipment
- Knowledge of statistical analysis and process control
- Experience with calibration procedures and standards
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
Sample required metrologist soft skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and deadlines
Metrologist job description example 1
Eurofins metrologist job description
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.
In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 50,000 staff across a network of more than 900 independent companies in over 50 countries and operating more than 800 laboratories. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing.
 In 2020, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR â' 5.4 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
* Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
* Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
* Regular attendance and punctuality
* Compliance - Stay current with client, regulatory, validation, IT, and e-record compliance regulations, and requirements. Ensure projects are completed in compliance with existing quality systems. Provide support to implement new quality systems and programs.
* Research - Assist with research of instrumentation with information obtained from vendors, manuals, and other resources to introduce duplicate/similar instruments and software. Assist with integration of instrumentation into existing data center environments and workflows.
* Technical Writing - Author validation deliverables in accordance with established validation program. Assist with developing/enhancing instrumentation procedures. Training - Provide guidance and coaching within a team environment. Provide training to technical groups.
* Validation Support - Accurately update validation program components and maintain LIMS instrument database entries. Perform periodic review for chambers and compile and assist with periodic review of computerized systems. Generate monitoring, trending, and departmental reports. Perform routine project close out activities.
* Validation Testing - Assist with determining the approach to validate instrumentation. Utilize risk - based rationale to support approach. Provide quality project oversight and guidance to assist technical with testing and ensure documentation is complete and reviewed. Summarize results and maintain documentation in an organized GXP compliant manner to demonstrate status.
* Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
* Performs other duties as assigned
* Bachelor's degree in chemistry, microbiology, biology, engineering, computer science, or other related degree concentration
* One year of previous expereince as a system administrator or providing technical support for laboratory software applications
* One year of technical writing including investigations, procedures, training, and/or validation documents
* Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Position is full-time, Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of San Diego, CA are encouraged to apply.
* Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
* Life and disability insurance
* 401(k) with company match
* Paid vacation and holidays
Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 50,000 staff across a network of more than 900 independent companies in over 50 countries and operating more than 800 laboratories. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing.
 In 2020, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR â' 5.4 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
* Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
* Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
* Regular attendance and punctuality
* Compliance - Stay current with client, regulatory, validation, IT, and e-record compliance regulations, and requirements. Ensure projects are completed in compliance with existing quality systems. Provide support to implement new quality systems and programs.
* Research - Assist with research of instrumentation with information obtained from vendors, manuals, and other resources to introduce duplicate/similar instruments and software. Assist with integration of instrumentation into existing data center environments and workflows.
* Technical Writing - Author validation deliverables in accordance with established validation program. Assist with developing/enhancing instrumentation procedures. Training - Provide guidance and coaching within a team environment. Provide training to technical groups.
* Validation Support - Accurately update validation program components and maintain LIMS instrument database entries. Perform periodic review for chambers and compile and assist with periodic review of computerized systems. Generate monitoring, trending, and departmental reports. Perform routine project close out activities.
* Validation Testing - Assist with determining the approach to validate instrumentation. Utilize risk - based rationale to support approach. Provide quality project oversight and guidance to assist technical with testing and ensure documentation is complete and reviewed. Summarize results and maintain documentation in an organized GXP compliant manner to demonstrate status.
* Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
* Performs other duties as assigned
* Bachelor's degree in chemistry, microbiology, biology, engineering, computer science, or other related degree concentration
* One year of previous expereince as a system administrator or providing technical support for laboratory software applications
* One year of technical writing including investigations, procedures, training, and/or validation documents
* Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Position is full-time, Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of San Diego, CA are encouraged to apply.
* Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
* Life and disability insurance
* 401(k) with company match
* Paid vacation and holidays
Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
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Metrologist job description example 2
HEICO metrologist job description
Jet Avion Corporation is located at HEICO's corporate headquarters in Hollywood, Florida, and specializes in the supply of various platforms of aircraft/engine PMAs.
The Metrologist Level II is responsible for assisting Project Engineers with reverse engineering, production support and development of inspection plans. Will create inspection programs for CMM using PC-DMIS and perform first-article inspection of assigned components.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Programming, validation and operation of all metrology equipment, including CMM, Video Measure Machine, White Light Scanner, Form Tracer and Layout.
* Collaborate with Engineering to develop reverse engineering dimensional data and provide feedback on dimensioning of engineering drawings.
* Provide technical assistance to inspection as necessary.
* Assist all departments with challenging inspection methodologies.
* Assist with supplier dimensional correlation issues.
* Advise on selection and application of inspection equipment.
* Ability to perform job duties with no supervision.
* Perform other duties, as assigned.
EDUCATION:
* High School Diploma or GED Equivalent Required
* Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Math, Engineering technology or Physical Sciences .from an accredited college or university preferred with formal training in CMM programming and GD&T preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
* At least 5 years of related work experience required.
* Layout inspection experience required.
* Experience with PC-DMIS CMM inspection software is required. MM4 programming experience helpful.
* Training in Geomagic and Experience with White Light Scanner technology highly preferred
* Solidworks or other 3D CAD experience desired.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
* ASQ Certified Quality Technician Preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS OR ABILITIES:
* Language/Communication: English Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general relevant periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, associates, Team Members and customers.
* Computer Skills: Basic knowledge of MS Office Suite, Word, Outlook, and Intermediate proficiency with Excel; 3D CAD software (Pro-E, Solidworks, etc) required.
* Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, rations, and proportions to practical situations.
* Reasoning Abilities: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
* Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills, strict attention to details and ability to multitask and prioritize as necessary, with minimal supervisory direction. Must be flexible in handling multiple tasks. Understanding the need for urgency and ability to meet deadlines.
* Interpersonal Skills: Must be able to work in a team environment and independently.
* Technical Skills: Ability to validate all inspection methods. Detailed working knowledge of ASME Y14.5 GD&T and drawing interpretation required. Practiced in self verification/validation of methods and measurements.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled
The Metrologist Level II is responsible for assisting Project Engineers with reverse engineering, production support and development of inspection plans. Will create inspection programs for CMM using PC-DMIS and perform first-article inspection of assigned components.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Programming, validation and operation of all metrology equipment, including CMM, Video Measure Machine, White Light Scanner, Form Tracer and Layout.
* Collaborate with Engineering to develop reverse engineering dimensional data and provide feedback on dimensioning of engineering drawings.
* Provide technical assistance to inspection as necessary.
* Assist all departments with challenging inspection methodologies.
* Assist with supplier dimensional correlation issues.
* Advise on selection and application of inspection equipment.
* Ability to perform job duties with no supervision.
* Perform other duties, as assigned.
EDUCATION:
* High School Diploma or GED Equivalent Required
* Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Math, Engineering technology or Physical Sciences .from an accredited college or university preferred with formal training in CMM programming and GD&T preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
* At least 5 years of related work experience required.
* Layout inspection experience required.
* Experience with PC-DMIS CMM inspection software is required. MM4 programming experience helpful.
* Training in Geomagic and Experience with White Light Scanner technology highly preferred
* Solidworks or other 3D CAD experience desired.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
* ASQ Certified Quality Technician Preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS OR ABILITIES:
* Language/Communication: English Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general relevant periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, associates, Team Members and customers.
* Computer Skills: Basic knowledge of MS Office Suite, Word, Outlook, and Intermediate proficiency with Excel; 3D CAD software (Pro-E, Solidworks, etc) required.
* Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, rations, and proportions to practical situations.
* Reasoning Abilities: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
* Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills, strict attention to details and ability to multitask and prioritize as necessary, with minimal supervisory direction. Must be flexible in handling multiple tasks. Understanding the need for urgency and ability to meet deadlines.
* Interpersonal Skills: Must be able to work in a team environment and independently.
* Technical Skills: Ability to validate all inspection methods. Detailed working knowledge of ASME Y14.5 GD&T and drawing interpretation required. Practiced in self verification/validation of methods and measurements.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled
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Metrologist job description example 3
Tris Pharma metrologist job description
Tris Pharma, Inc. (www.trispharma.com) is a leading privately-owned biopharmaceutical company in the U.S.
with a focus on development and commercialization of innovative medicines that address unmet patient needs. We have more than 150 US and International patents including applications and have marketed several branded and generic products in the U.S., have licensed our products in the US and international markets, and have a robust pipeline of innovative products spanning neuroscience and other therapeutic categories employing our proprietary science and technology.
Our science and technology make us unique, but it is our team members that set us apart; they are the engine that fuels Tris' passion and innovation.
Tris colleagues understand the criticality of operating a successful business and take pride in the company's success. But of equal importance to each member of the team is how we interact with one another on a daily basis. We believe in each other and we believe in respectful, open and honest communications to help support individual and team success.
We have an opening in our Monmouth Junction, NJ headquarters for an experienced Metrologist.
The Metrologist works within Method Validation and Quality Control and is responsible for performing routine calibration and instrument performance verification, maintenance and repairs on highly complicated instrumentation.
• Carries out responsibilities in accordance with company policies, SOPs, and state, federal and local laws
• Performs routine calibration and instrument performance verification, maintenance and repairs on highly complicated instrumentation such as HPLC/UPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR, Muffle Furnace, Viscometers, Density Meters, Melting Point, Dissolution and Autosampler, Polarimeter, etc.
• Initiates, writes and assists investigation related to instrument calibration failures or other instrument related issues
• Creates, reviews and revises SOPs related to metrology activities
• Initiates change control related to analytical instrument such as introduction and retirement etc.
• Executes analytical instrument qualification protocols and drafts qualification reports
• Contacts and obtains technical information from vendors or service providers
• Analyzes samples to evaluate instrumentation performance and troubleshoot the instrument malfunction and/or breakdown, etc.
Requirements:
Bachelors degree in Chemistry or related scientific field AND minimum 3 years experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry working in MV and/or QC laboratories
Special knowledge or skills needed and/or licenses or certificates required
• Experience working with FDA regulations and guidelines, current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), and SOPs REQUIRED
• Hands-on experience performing routine metrology, calibration, maintenance and/or troubleshooting of analytical instrumentation (i.e., HPLC/UPLC, GC, Dissolution Apparatus and Autosamplers, UV-Vis, Density Meter, Balances, Ovens, Viscometers, Melting Point apparatus, Refractometer, Polarimeter, Media Dispenser Ezfill, etc.) REQUIRED
• Experience with Empower REQUIRED
Tris Pharma, Inc. offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package. To build and enhance our diverse workforce, we encourage applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, women, LGBTQ, etc. Tris Pharma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-DNI PM22
PI194557740
with a focus on development and commercialization of innovative medicines that address unmet patient needs. We have more than 150 US and International patents including applications and have marketed several branded and generic products in the U.S., have licensed our products in the US and international markets, and have a robust pipeline of innovative products spanning neuroscience and other therapeutic categories employing our proprietary science and technology.
Our science and technology make us unique, but it is our team members that set us apart; they are the engine that fuels Tris' passion and innovation.
Tris colleagues understand the criticality of operating a successful business and take pride in the company's success. But of equal importance to each member of the team is how we interact with one another on a daily basis. We believe in each other and we believe in respectful, open and honest communications to help support individual and team success.
We have an opening in our Monmouth Junction, NJ headquarters for an experienced Metrologist.
The Metrologist works within Method Validation and Quality Control and is responsible for performing routine calibration and instrument performance verification, maintenance and repairs on highly complicated instrumentation.
• Carries out responsibilities in accordance with company policies, SOPs, and state, federal and local laws
• Performs routine calibration and instrument performance verification, maintenance and repairs on highly complicated instrumentation such as HPLC/UPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR, Muffle Furnace, Viscometers, Density Meters, Melting Point, Dissolution and Autosampler, Polarimeter, etc.
• Initiates, writes and assists investigation related to instrument calibration failures or other instrument related issues
• Creates, reviews and revises SOPs related to metrology activities
• Initiates change control related to analytical instrument such as introduction and retirement etc.
• Executes analytical instrument qualification protocols and drafts qualification reports
• Contacts and obtains technical information from vendors or service providers
• Analyzes samples to evaluate instrumentation performance and troubleshoot the instrument malfunction and/or breakdown, etc.
Requirements:
Bachelors degree in Chemistry or related scientific field AND minimum 3 years experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry working in MV and/or QC laboratories
Special knowledge or skills needed and/or licenses or certificates required
• Experience working with FDA regulations and guidelines, current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), and SOPs REQUIRED
• Hands-on experience performing routine metrology, calibration, maintenance and/or troubleshooting of analytical instrumentation (i.e., HPLC/UPLC, GC, Dissolution Apparatus and Autosamplers, UV-Vis, Density Meter, Balances, Ovens, Viscometers, Melting Point apparatus, Refractometer, Polarimeter, Media Dispenser Ezfill, etc.) REQUIRED
• Experience with Empower REQUIRED
Tris Pharma, Inc. offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package. To build and enhance our diverse workforce, we encourage applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, women, LGBTQ, etc. Tris Pharma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-DNI PM22
PI194557740
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Updated March 14, 2024