Facilities Metrology Technician I/II/Sr

Date: 3 Sept 2025

Location: Vista, CA, US, 92081

Company: Bachem AG

A brief overview


The Facilities Metrology Technician, under close supervision, performs routine calibration duties such as tests, calibrations, repairing electrical, mechanical, electro-mechanical, and electronic measuring, recording, and indicating instruments and equipment for conformance to established standards. This individual will also be responsible for all related projects and services related to the facilities equipment and their timely completion while adhering to standard practices. In addition, he/she will be responsible for routine visual and physical inspections.


What you will do

 

  • Disassembles instruments and equipment and inspects components for defects Reassembles and calibrates instruments and equipm
  • Measures parts for conformity with specifications
  • Aligns, repairs, replaces, and balances component parts and circuitry
  • Devises formulas to solve problems in measurements and calibrations
  • Performs all in house calibrations and maintains appropriate documentation
  • Ensures all calibration standards are properly calibrated and certified
  • Executes engineering and calibration portions of equipment qualifications
  • Monitors HVAC parameters and changes temperature/humidity charts weekly
  • Schedules, calibrates and verifies calibration of instrumentation under the Metrology program
  • Assists in specifying instruments and standards and in drafting new and revised SOPs
  • Participates in training programs which result in the development of a successful working understanding of the material presented, and to become proficient in assigned duties and tasks
  • Complies with all Company policies and procedures, including safety rules and regulations
  • Monitor cGMP stability chambers daily and enter the temperature and humidity data into a Laboratory Management System.
  • Monitor cGMP stability chamber chart recordings and charge charts on a weekly basis.
  • Monitor cGMP refrigerators and freezers daily and enter the temperature data into a Laboratory Management System.
  • Daily check of Milli-Q water systems and enter data into a Laboratory Management System.
  • Daily check/calibration of analytical balances and enter data into a Laboratory Management System.
  • Check dissolution baths and all associated components for proper serialization and cleanliness.
  • Receive gas tank orders and coordinate with the delivering vendor.
  • Calibration of analytical equipment including ovens, dissolution baths, dissolution autosamplers, IR, UV, Muffle furnace, stirrers, shakers, centrifuge, water baths, disintegrator, moisture balance, etc.
  • Perform IQ, IQ, PQ for analytical equipment’s.
  • Write, revise, and update the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) for analytical equipment’s.
  • Coordinate of both internal and external calibration activity, shipping and receiving etc.
  • Maintain instrument related documentation.
  • Work with 3rd party vendors to ensure company standards and documentation procedures are met.


Qualifications

 

  • Associate's Degree or trade school certification with 3+ years relevant experiences
  • High School Diploma or equivalent with 5+ years relevant experience 
  • Ability to maintain a high level of documentation and audit trail for calibrated systems such as PLCS, Building Management Systems and other Controls monitoring systems
  • Knowledge of Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), ISO and other regulatory requirements
  • Experience with the principles and practices of metrology
  • Principles of mathematical and statistical computations
  • Experience with proper techniques of instrumentation repair Knowledge of techniques of calibration (temperature, pressure, dimensional, mass, humidity)
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Basic computer knowledge, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Ability to communicate in a proactive and solution-focused manner, including keeping management aware of potential issues Ability to effectively organize, multitask, and work in a fast-paced, deadline driven work environment
  • Detail oriented with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems Communicate effectively and ability to function well in a team environment
  • Ability to work independently and manage one’s time
  • Flexibility of working hours based on business needs, may include some nights and occasional weekends Must be able to work a rotating on-call schedule, including weekends
  • Certifications in Metrology (preferred)

 

Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.

 

Base Annual Salary Range: $59,064 to $109,484


Placement of new hires in these wage ranges is based on several factors including education, skill sets, experience, and training.

 

Total Rewards 

  

We offer all Team Members a total rewards package including competitive pay, annual performance bonus, a generous benefit package with comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, 401(k) plan with employer contribution, and paid vacation, personal and sick days. 

  

Corporate Social Responsibility 

  

Bachem takes responsibility for future generations by a careful handling of resources and avoiding environmental risks. We continually improve our ecological performance and develop and implement new approaches for enhancing employees’ environmental awareness.  EcoVadis has awarded Bachem Gold Medal status in their assessment of Bachem. 

             

Bachem Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

  

As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate the diversity of our team and are committed to building an inclusive workplace where individuals are hired and advanced based on merit, skills, and qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other legally protected status.


Nearest Major Market: San Diego