Calibration Specialist

Piper Companies is seeking a Calibration Specialist to join a life sciences manufacturing organization for an onsite position in Ridgefield, NJ. The Calibration Specialist will play a key role in supporting manufacturing and facilities by focusing on the calibration, verification, and performance of instrumentation and measurement devices across the site, with an emphasis on technical accuracy and equipment reliability rather than heavy GMP documentation.

Responsibilities of the Calibration Specialist include:

· Perform routine and non-routine calibration, adjustment, and functional testing of process and facility instrumentation, including temperature, pressure, flow, level, and analytical instruments.

· Diagnose out-of-tolerance conditions, perform basic troubleshooting, and coordinate corrective actions to restore equipment accuracy and performance.

· Support installation, startup, and modification of instruments by executing initial calibrations and assisting with system checks.

· Maintain calibration schedules and ensure instruments are calibrated in accordance with manufacturer specifications, industry standards, and internal procedures.

· Document calibration activities within electronic or paper-based systems to ensure traceability and data integrity.

Qualifications for the Calibration Specialist include:

· High School diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree or technical certification in instrumentation, electronics, or a related field preferred.

· At least 3–5 years of hands-on experience calibrating instrumentation in a manufacturing, utilities, or industrial environment.

· Strong working knowledge of calibration principles, measurement standards, and test equipment.

· Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, loop drawings, instrument data sheets, and technical manuals.

· Experience using computerized calibration or maintenance management systems and standard Microsoft Office tools.

Compensation for the Calibration Specialist:

Salary Range: $65,000-$85,000/year

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, sick leave if required by law, and 401K

This job opens for applications on 4/3/26. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

Keywords: metrology, calibration, utilities, cGMP manufacturing, pharmaceutical production, biotech operations, HVAC systems, clean utilities, PLC systems, building automation, equipment maintenance, commissioning, validation support, GMP documentation, preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, automation controls, water systems, clean steam, autoclaves, process equipment, facility engineering, technical support, compliance, safety, on-call support.

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