What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Calibration Technician position at Curium Pharma?
About Curium
Curium is the world’s largest nuclear medicine company with more than a century of industry experience. We develop, manufacture and distribute world-class radiopharmaceutical products to help patients around the globe. Our proven heritage combined with a pioneering approach are the hallmarks to deliver innovation, excellence and unparalleled service.
With manufacturing facilities across Europe and the United States, Curium delivers SPECT, PET and therapeutic radiopharmaceutical solutions for life-threatening diseases to over 14 million patients annually. The name ‘Curium’ honors the legacy of pioneering radioactive researchers Marie and Pierre Curie, after whom the radioactive element curium was named and emphasizes our focus on nuclear medicine. The tagline ‘Life Forward’ represents our commitment to securing a brighter future for all those we serve: An enhanced quality of care for our patients. A trusted partner to our customers. A supportive employer to our valued team.
Summary of Position
The Principal Calibration Technician is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and reliability of process instrumentation through pre-commissioning, calibration, and troubleshooting activities. This role involves working with a diverse range of instruments, including those measuring system pressures, weights, temperatures, conductivity, pH, levels, flow, and density.
The ideal candidate is a problem solver with a solid foundation in electrical theory and its practical applications. They will excel in inspecting, calibrating, measuring, and testing equipment at regular intervals, adhering to established procedures and using tools traceable to nationally recognized standards.
Schedule: Monday - Friday 6am - 2:30pm
Essential Functions
- Perform pre-commissioning, calibration, and troubleshooting of process instrumentation.
- Conduct single-point and loop calibrations using tools such as multimeters, frequency calibrators, standardized weights, pressure calibrators, flow meters, digital pressure indicators, RTD calibrators, digital manometers, and digital tachometers.
- Ensure compliance with established calibration procedures and national standards.
- Train and mentor junior technicians to build their technical expertise and maintain high operational standards.
- Maintain detailed records of calibration activities and generate necessary reports.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot instrumentation issues and improve system performance.
- This role demands precision, technical expertise, and a strong commitment to upholding the highest standards of instrument calibration and system reliability.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot issues with plant equipment to optimize performance.
- Implement equipment modifications, upgrades, and replacements as needed.
- Perform predictive and preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and enhance equipment longevity.
- Conduct routine repairs on instrumentation and electrical components, following plant work instructions and safety protocols.
- Perform safety observations and proactively mitigate potential hazards.
- Inspect, calibrate, and maintain process and critical utility instrumentation for accuracy and functionality.
- Utilize calibrated test equipment for measurements and inspections.
- Install and upgrade control instrumentation as part of routine maintenance activities.
- Complete pre-task analyses for maintenance activities to identify risks and ensure safe work practices.
- Support plant operations through other assigned duties as required.
- Must maintain operational compliance with US and international regulatory agencies and guidelines (i.e. FDA, EU, HC, TGA, PIC/S, ISO, USP, NRC, cGMP, etc.).
Requirements
- Associate Degree in Applied Science or completion of a technical certification program with an emphasis on instrumentation controls. Equivalent relevant experience may be considered in place of formal education.
- 6 or more years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment required.
- Experience with FDA regulations and CGMP guidelines is a plus.
- Proficiency in calibrating, troubleshooting, and repairing process control instrumentation.
- Strong understanding of Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures and OSHA safety practices.
- Experience with multimeters, frequency calibrators, and flow meters is required. Familiarity with loop calibrations is a plus.
Working Conditions:
- Willingness to work in plant producing radioactive materials and requiring all employees to participate in safety programs designed to minimize potential and/or actual exposure levels.
- Responsibilities include the ability to lift up to 70 pounds, kneeling, crouching, twisting the upper body, walking, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, reaching, must be able to physically negotiate stairs and evacuation ladders with or without accommodation, wear and operate safety equipment, enter vessels, and inspect equipment.
- Material handling devices (e.g., hand truck, fork truck, and conveyors) are used when possible, however, use of proper lifting and movement techniques is necessary to prevent injury.
- Must be willing to wear a variety of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and hearing protection as needed.
- May be required to sit or stand for long periods of 8 hours a day while performing duties.
- Must possess good hand-eye coordination; close attention to detail is required.
- Must be able to work indoors and outdoors with exposure to mechanical/moving parts, hazards including corrosive, flammable and toxic material, dust, dirt, odors, and irritants.
- Willingness to complete safety training within allotted timeframes, and work in a team-based environment.
- Must be able to work outside of regular work hours, including off shift, weekend, and holiday work as business needs require.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Curium is an equal opportunity employer and believes everyone deserves respect, dignity and equality. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
