Maintenance and Calibration Manager

Job Summary:

POLARIS Laboratories is seeking a Maintenance and Calibration Manager to lead and oversee the maintenance and calibration activities of all equipment and instruments at our laboratory locations. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in equipment repair, calibration procedures, and maintenance management. This role is essential in ensuring the smooth operation of all lab-based machinery while adhering to safety and regulatory standards. The Maintenance and Calibration Manager will lead a team of technicians and collaborate closely with Laboratory Operations to implement proactive and preventive maintenance strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintenance Management:
  
  • Lead and support a team of maintenance technicians, ensuring proper training and ongoing development.
  • Create and execute maintenance schedules for laboratory equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.
  • Coordinate with laboratory operations teams to schedule maintenance without workflow disruption.
• Calibration Management:
  
  • Ensure all lab equipment is calibrated according to manufacturer specifications and industry standards.
  • Maintain accurate calibration records and ensure timely recalibrations.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve calibration issues as they arise.
• Inventory & Procurement:
  
  • Manage supply and parts inventory, optimizing procurement processes to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
  • Assist in assessing new equipment purchases and maintain spare parts availability for timely repairs.
• Regulatory Compliance:
  
  • Ensure maintenance and calibration processes comply with ISO 17025 A2LA requirements.
  • Stay up-to-date with regulatory changes and prepare for audits and inspections.
• Continuous Improvement:
  
  • Identify and implement opportunities for improving maintenance and calibration processes.
  • Monitor equipment performance metrics and drive improvements to enhance reliability.
• Health & Safety:
  
  • Promote and maintain a culture of safety within the maintenance and calibration teams.
  • Conduct safety audits and ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety regulations.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience managing a maintenance or calibration team.
• Strong technical knowledge of scientific equipment, including titrators, FTIR, GC, viscometers, HPLC, and ICP, among others.
• Familiarity with ISO 17025 standards and compliance.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with a focus on meeting deadlines and managing multiple locations.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
• Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time, including internationally, sometimes with short notice.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent: sitting, walking, near vision, far vision, hearing, talking
• Occasional walking, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling, repetitive motion(arm and shoulder) and lifting of items up to 20 lbs.
• Rare travel requirements.

Safety Requirements:

• Adherence to OSHA regulations and the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when working in the laboratory.
• Regular training in HAZMAT, OSHA, and General Laboratory Safety, as part of the POLARIS Quality System.

Why POLARIS Laboratories?

Join a company that values continuous improvement and provides opportunities for growth. Be part of a dynamic team that ensures the smooth operation of vital equipment and contributes to the success of laboratory operations.

Apply today to become a key player in driving excellence in maintenance and calibration at POLARIS Laboratories!