Metrology/Facilities Technician

Piper Companies is hiring a Metrology/Facilities Technician for an onsite permanent position with a global biopharmaceutical company advancing next-generation cancer therapies located in Raleigh, NC. The Metrology/Facilities Technician will be responsible for managing and executing all metrology and calibration activities for GMP instrumentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while supporting facilities operations and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities of the Metrology/Facilities Technician:

• Execute and oversee GMP instrumentation maintenance and calibration activities not performed by end users.
• Perform calibration, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of instrumentation in accordance with SOPs and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support equipment owners with calibration specifications, instrument selection, and failure investigations.
• Ensure timely and compliant execution of calibration activities with minimal operational disruption.
• Support facilities operations, including general mechanic/technician duties, and participate in on-call rotations as needed.

Qualifications of the Metrology/Facilities Technician:

• Associate’s degree in Engineering or Science discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical metrology or a similarly regulated industry.
• Strong knowledge of metrology principles, instrumentation theory, and calibration method development.
• Experience working within regulated environments (e.g., cGMP, OSHA, EPA) and familiarity with quality systems such as change control and CAPA.
• Proficiency with CMMS systems and basic working knowledge of PLCs, HVAC, and building monitoring systems.

Compensation for the Metrology/Facilities Technician:

• Salary: $65,000-$85,000 USD/year
• Full Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, PTO, Paid Holiday, and Sick Leave if Required by Law

This job opens for applications on 11/3/2025. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

Keywords: Metrology, Calibration Technician, GMP, cGMP, Instrumentation, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Biotech, Calibration, Preventive Maintenance, CMMS, Root Cause Analysis, Process Improvement, Facilities Maintenance, HVAC, PLC, Building Monitoring Systems, Quality Systems, CAPA, Change Control, Validation, Troubleshooting, Audit Readiness, FDA Compliance, Regulated Industry, Measurement Instrumentation, Calibration Standards, Technical Support, Equipment Qualification

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