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Agility, Impact, Methodology. Do you exhibit these values and wish to be around others that do too? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where agility, adaptability, and high standards go hand in hand? Are you driven to make a meaningful impact, whether through your work, your support of others, or your commitment to your community? Are you motivated by a disciplined, science-based approach that ensures consistent excellence, safety, and integrity in everything you do? If these statements resonate with you, Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing (GRAM) welcomes you to apply to join our community of dedicated individuals improving lives every day!

Overview of this Position:

The Metrologist will support all Metrology tasks related to calibrating, updating, repairing, optimizing, and installing existing and new instrumentation. Support all instrumentation/calibration projects initiated by Maintenance work orders, Critical Change Requests or Project Engineering Personnel. Work must comply with all applicable GRAM, state, and federal regulations/policies. Responsible for applying knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, and electronics to calibrate inspection, measurement, and test equipment. Calibrate and perform preventative maintenance on process and laboratory instrumentation equipment and meet all schedules for calibration and preventative maintenance.

Non-Negotiable Requirements:

• Must have and maintain a valid Michigan driver's license.
• 2-4 years' experience in calibration of electronic and mechanical process measurement instruments or military equivalent or combination.
• Ability for overtime or on-call work.
• Must have proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Preferred Requirements:

• Post high school degree (associate or above).
• Completion of an apprenticeship and/or formal training in metrology or similar area.

Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

• Test, calibrate, and repair mechanical, electromechanical, and electronic measuring, recording, and indicating instruments and equipment for conformance to established specifications.
• Review of appropriate calibration records and documents.
• Must be able to perform computer operations for accessing SOP Documentation, and Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS).
• Maintaining current inventory lists, status, and history of calibrated instrumentation/equipment within CMMS.
• Perform corrective maintenance in multi-trade crafts on a Work Order basis relating to the general upkeep and calibration of laboratory and manufacturing equipment which may include, but is not limited to, tasks such as:
• Repair/reorder equipment parts that are not working properly and/or have worn out of tolerance.
• Schedule required calibrations with outside vendors as required/requested.
• Report out of tolerance, or items not returned for scheduled calibration to leadership and internal customers.
• Provide knowledge used for the development of calibration requirements.
• Prepare detailed and accurate documentation of testing performed and work within the guidelines of GRAM SOPs and industry standards for compliance.
• Responsibility for facility and production equipment throughout the manufacturing facility with regard to all calibration and instrumentation.
• Adjust equipment according to specifications to ensure optimal performance. 
• Other work in general category of GRAM facilities maintenance, repair and alterations as assigned through the CMMS system.
• Ensure compliance with applicable FDA (GMP), OSHA, MIOSHA and GRAM regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines. Advise, consult, or implement safety programs and strategies in conjunction with site safety committee when applicable. 
• Conduct calibration, qualification, and support of laboratory instrumentation such as HPLCs, GCs, UV spectrophotometers, and other related analytical and process equipment.
• Perform calibration, qualification, and support of laboratory instrumentation in one or more core laboratory techniques, such as HPLC, GC, dissolution, or other related technique.
• Document all laboratory instrument repair work to meet GRAM's standards and compare results to specifications.
• Perform unscheduled calibration/preventive maintenance activities as needed to support owning departments.

Full job description available during formal interview process.

What Sets GRAM Apart from Other Employers:

BENEFITS starting day 1: Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits are available to you and your family on your first day of work, with the company paying a portion of the cost! Once eligible for the 401(k) program, all your contributions are immediately 100% vested, and you are immediately vested in GRAM contributions as well. We also offer generous off-shift premiums!

Paid VOLUNTEERISM starting day 1: GRAM encourages giving back to our community by offering 16 hours of paid volunteer time per calendar year!

PTO: Full-time employees accrue up to 13 days of time off per calendar year. You choose how to use this time for your vacation, sick, or mental health needs!

WELLNESS TIME OFF: Employees earn 1 hour of time off for every 30 hours worked to use how you choose. 

PAID HOLIDAYS: We offer 10 paid holidays per calendar year with immediate eligibility!

PAY: Depends on Experience and is discussed during the interview process.