Senior Calibration Technician

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Experienced Calibration Technician

Location: Dublin 15

More than just a job

We are a community dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusivity At Ellab, we take pride in being more than just a workplace, We support, and prioritise employee wellbeing. At Ellab Ireland we understand the significance of loving where you work and who you work for. That's why we prioritise creating an environment where every member of our team feels valued, respected, and inspired to do their best work every day.

About Ellab and the Role

Ellab is a complete solutions provider covering validation services, calibration services, monitoring, and temperature mapping systems along with a comprehensive Instrumentation Product portfolio. With over 100 employees in Ireland and offices in Cavan and Cork, our specialist teams work with over 250 clients in Ireland, and we’re trusted partners to the world's largest pharmaceutical companies.

Ellab Ireland Calibration Technicians work across the Pharmaceutical and Biotech sectors and with the contractors and manufacturers allied to these industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute calibrations as per site schedule and site procedures.
• Complete scheduled and unscheduled work orders, where appropriate, in line with site schedules and procedures.
• Assist in equipment troubleshooting & problems with instrumentation as necessary and support the wider maintenance team as and when required.
• Carry out risk assessments of instrumentation calibration steps and ensure these are always maintained and valid.
• Enter calibration certificates into the site Computerized Calibration Management System (CCMS), as directed by the Site Instrumentation Manager.
• Maintain all documentation in an organised and controlled manner, in compliance with GMP and FDA requirements.
• Collaborate with operations teams as required to facilitate calibration activities.
• Perform calibrations in a safe and timely manner.
• Assist with loop checks by confirming signal integrity between field instruments, control systems (PLC/DCS), and monitoring devices.
• Carry out corrective/reactive maintenance on instrumentation as requested.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and promote quality and customer service excellence.
• Record all work completed using site-based reporting tools.
• Participate in all required site training activities.
• Update the site systems database as required.
• Manage and prioritise workload to ensure assigned activities are completed effectively and on time.
• Promote and drive a strong safety-first culture, ensuring compliance with EHS standards and safe work practices.
• Coordinate with contractors and vendors while ensuring adherence to site procedures.

Qualifications & Experience

• The ideal candidate will hold a National Craft Certificate in Electrical Instrumentation or an equivalent third-level qualification
• A good knowledge of Calibration Systems and Automation/Controls system. Literacy in Computer Operating Systems and applications such as Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint etc.
• 3+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical/biotech or regulated manufacturing environment with supervisory or team lead experience.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to join a dynamic and rapidly growing company on a steep growth curve.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment where you can make a real impact.
• Market Leading salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• 21 Days Annual Leave
• Company Pension – Employer matches 5%
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Income Protection Benefit.
• Death in Service Benefit.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee assistance program
• Food allowance

Work Location: In person