Genentech · 5 hours ago
Metrology Engineer II, Site Services
South San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$100K/yr - $185K/yr
10+ years expGenentech is seeking a dedicated and experienced Metrology Engineer II to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and reliability of calibration processes, managing metrology laboratories, and fostering collaboration across departments to uphold quality and compliance standards.
BiotechnologyLife ScienceManufacturing
Responsibilities
Ensure all Calibrations completed on Standards are traceable to NIST and International unit of measurement
Develop and evaluate metrology internal calibrations of Standards that measure characteristics of GMP equipment, substances and tools. Identify the magnitude of error sources contributing to the uncertainty of results to determine reliability of measurement process in quantitative terms
Maintain all laboratory equipment requirements, authorize equipment purchases, and oversee installation to ensure seamless integration for all SSF Metrology Laboratories
Ensure adequate quantities of equipment, parts, and supplies are available for daily laboratory operations
Conduct routine lab safety inspections and audits to proactively identify and mitigate potential hazards
Foster cross-functional collaboration with EHS, instrumentation, facilities and IT departments to address Metrology lab issues
Facilitate negotiations and oversee the administration of equipment service contracts and warranties
Provide/oversee Lifecycle management (e.g. Calibration, Maintenance, and Repair) for Metrology Standards in adherence with Roche cGMP/GLP policies, procedures and processes
Conduct thorough cost-benefit analyses for aging and damaged Standards to inform decision-making and resource allocation
Ensure the accuracy of Metrology master data in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
Represent Metrology, locally and globally, on multidisciplinary project teams, presenting data and responding to inquiries to improve customer service, to provide technical data, and assist in determining best practices and align processes
Drive technical capabilities of cross-campus instrumentation teams, ensuring capabilities and training are adequate
Prepare and organize technical documentation including, but not limited to: operational and maintenance procedures, investigation reports, unplanned event response; and corrective and/or preventative actions
Actively involved in completion of GMP records, including Quality Events (QE) investigations, response, and preventative/corrective actions
Performs diagnostics, calibration/maintenance of Standards, ensuring regulatory compliance
Create and maintain local standard operating procedures, work instructions and maintenance strategies. Manage the periodic review assessment and execution of procedure revisions
Define and configure Master Inspection Characteristics (MICs) in SAP QM for various materials, components, and processes
Collaborate with Instrumentation, Quality Assurance and Master Data teams to understand inspection requirements and translate them into effective MICs
Establish appropriate inspection methods, sampling procedures, and acceptance criteria for qualitative and quantitative MICs
Develop and maintain inspection plans and routings in SAP QM, linking them to relevant MICs
Provide technical support and training to users on SAP QM functionalities related to MICs and inspection processes
Perform regular audits of MIC configurations to ensure accuracy, compliance, and optimization
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to MICs and inspection data in SAP QM
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to quality management processes and systems
Provide Subject Matter Expert (SME) support for Reverse Traceability process, including on-the-job training, technical guidance, and oversight of business process flow
Ensure that all relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and operating parameters are followed and maintenance activities are properly documented utilizing Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
Support internal and external regulatory inspection
Review Change Requests, assessing impact on equipment maintenance activities, spare parts availability
Qualification
Required
Bachelor degree in Electrical engineering, mechanical engineering (or other science related field)
AA/AS Degree in a related science or engineering major with 10 years' experience as an instrument or electronics technician or equivalent experience desired
10 years in manufacturing process instrumentation and control and/or analytical instrumentation or a closely related job or equivalent experience desired
Completion of an Instrumentation or Industrial Electronics (2-year) curriculum at a technical school with 10 years' experience as an instrument or electronics technician
10 years Metrology or Instrumentation Lab Management experience
Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, engineering documents and schematics
High familiarity with the disciplines within the International System of Units (SI Units)
Thorough knowledge of the fundamental operating principles of industrial process instrumentation and systems
Experience with calibration processes and technical spare parts management
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
Computer skill level is appropriate to navigate and use corporate intranet and related applications, CMMS/CCMS, Microsoft and Google Suite programs
Benefits
A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.
This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.
Company
Genentech
Genentech is a biotechnology research company that specializes in genetic testing and personalized medicines.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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