Job Description:
What's it like to work for Zoetis, the world leader in animal health? Zoetis means something a little different to every colleague, but at our core, our purpose 'to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals,' is what unites us in all our roles.
We're a global animal health company dedicated to serving veterinarians, livestock producers and people who raise and care for farm and companion animals in more than 100 countries. And we're excited to become a part of the Douglasville, GA, community as we build our newest manufacturing facility to support our growing monoclonal antibody and vaccine portfolios.
We are currently searching for Metrology Specialist to join our team.
Position Summary:
Working within the Zoetis Maintenance Organization environment, performs preventative maintenance, modifications, installations, and maintenance of Analytical Systems including but not limited to; Liquid Gas Chromatography, Gas Chromatography, Dissolution, FT-IR, Spectrophotometers, balances, and scales. The Specialist is responsible for documenting work, in a GMP compliant manner, using the appropriate maintenance management software. They possess the expertise and are highly capable of performing troubleshooting, diagnostics, assembly, and repair of systems in a laboratory or production environment including measurements of pressure, level, flow, temperature and others.
Position Responsibilities:
Near-term) Responsibilities in a Startup Environment: In a startup environment, the Metrology Specialist will adapt quickly to changes, lead in developing and optimizing new processes, and identify opportunities for innovation and improvement. This role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams, managing inventory and resources efficiently, and troubleshooting unexpected challenges. You will also contribute to scaling Lab processes and Method Transfers, participate in diverse tasks to support the dynamic needs of the startup, and ensure the sustainability and scalability of all procedures as the company grows. Specific activities would include FAT, SAT, CQV, media fills and engineering runs.
- Disassembles, inspects, repairs, calibrates, tests, and performs periodic preventive maintenance of specialty equipment, systems and controls.
- Operates such electronic test equipment as pressure sensing devices, decade boxes, and the use of standards such as but not limited to: spectro-standards, temperature standards, mass standards. May also use multi-meters, frequency generators, counters, and digital logic probes.
- Inspects, evaluates, and determines necessary modification, performs complex repairs or removal of instruments or devices needing overhaul during scheduled maintenance.
- Troubleshoot/service or resolve problems while performing unscheduled work.
- Ensure all tasks are performed in accordance with applicable standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines, as well as applicable regulatory standards, such as current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs)
- Records and reports abnormal function or out of tolerance conditions of equipment and initiates corrective action and documentation.
- Communicates with customer staff and outside contractors in the calibration, repair and operation of equipment as necessary and coordinates with outside contractors regarding repairs covered by maintenance agreements.
- Self-motivated learner with the ability to learn new skills related to Metrology and related processes.
- Performs work in accordance with approved equipment, calibration, maintenance, and safety procedures.
- Performs other duties as required.
- SHIFT HOURS: 7:00am-3:30pm Overtime may be occasionally required.
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent is required (Associate Degree (preferred)), and/or comprehensive, advanced, broad or in-depth specialized technical, manufacturing, or maintenance/Analytical repair skills with 3+ years related experience.
Technical Skills and Competence Required:
- Possess good understanding of the pharmaceutical/bio-technology industry and operations of the organization along with technical proficiency.
- Demonstrated knowledge in relevant technical areas. Solid understanding of GMP manufacturing processes, equipment, and facilities.
- Good communication and organizational skills as well as the ability to interact with all levels of the Zoetis organization. Can articulate issues and solutions to the team. Can produce effective project reports and presentations.
- Position requires daily or frequent interaction with Engineering Director, Maintenance Manager, Production Management and Supervision, Engineers, Quality Operations, Maintenance Technicians, Production Operators, Contractors, and Vendors.
- Can analyze problems and provide support in determining appropriate corrective and preventative actions, with minimal assistance.
- Capable of simultaneously managing multiple assignments. Prioritizes own work. Flexible and responsive to changes.
- Familiarity with a computerized maintenance management software system preferred namely SAP.
- Computer literacy in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook.
Physical Position Requirements
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a colleague encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Job duties involve occasional lifting of 20-60 lbs.
- Flexible hours and overtime may be required.
- Work Environment: Duties will include working in a manufacturing and Lab environment where eye protection and other personal protective equipment are required.
Full time
Regular
Colleague
Any unsolicited resumes sent to Zoetis from a third party, such as an Agency recruiter, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Zoetis mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Zoetis employees, or to Zoetis resume database will be considered Zoetis property. Zoetis will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.
Zoetis will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search.
Zoetis is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status or any other protected classification. Disabled individuals are given an equal opportunity to use our online application system. We offer reasonable accommodations as an alternative if requested by an individual with a disability. Please contact Zoetis Colleague Services at zoetiscolleagueservices@zoetis.com to request an accommodation. Zoetis also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must possess or obtain authorization to work in the US for Zoetis. Zoetis retains sole and exclusive discretion to pursue sponsorship for the acquisition or maintenance of nonimmigrant status and employment eligibility, considering factors such as availability of qualified US workers. Individuals requiring sponsorship must disclose this fact. Please note that Zoetis seeks information related to job applications from candidates for jobs in the U.S. solely via the following: (1) our company website at www.Zoetis.com/careers site, or (2) via email to/from addresses using only the Zoetis domain of "@zoetis.com". In addition, Zoetis does not use Google Hangout for any recruitment related activities. Any solicitation or request for information related to job applications with Zoetis via any other means and/or utilizing email addresses with any other domain should be disregarded. In addition, Zoetis will never ask candidates to make any type of personal financial investment related to gaining employment with Zoetis.
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