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Astrazeneca

US - Rockville - MD, United States of America

Instrument & Calibration Technician II.

$65.1K–97.6K/HR
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 3 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 $65,068.00 - $97,602.00. 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. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.
Pay
$65.1k–97.6k/hr
Where
US - Rockville - MD, United States of America
Work
Not stated
Type
Not stated
Posted
6 Nov, 2026
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