Maintenance Technician 2 - Instrument Calibration

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Merck Group’s Maintenance Technician 2 - Instrument Calibration is a full-time onsite role in Saint Louis focused on calibrating and maintaining lab and production equipment to strict Metrology standards, authoring technical calibration procedures, reviewing contractor certificates for regulatory compliance, and overseeing the master calibration schedule while coordinating with external vendors to prevent delays. You’ll partner with validation engineers on commissioning and qualification, independently diagnose complex issues, and ensure reference standards stay calibrated for traceable measurements. Requirements: high school diploma or GED, 2+ years calibrating and scheduling vendor calibrations, valid driver’s license; preferred: associate degree in controls/automation, Microsoft Office proficiency, strong interpersonal skills. Pay range $21-$36, with benefits; sponsorship not offered. Apply with a tailored resume and concise cover note focusing on calibration planning, vendor management, and cross-functional collaboration, and demonstrate eligibility to work in the US while aligning with a culture of inclusion and discovery.

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This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US. 

Your Role:

 In this role responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Calibrate and maintain all laboratory and production equipment in strict accordance with site requirements and Metrology standards.
• Author and execute technical calibration procedures for diverse brands and equipment types, ensuring alignment with industry best practices.
• Review contractor-generated calibration certificates for technical accuracy and completeness to ensure full regulatory compliance.
• Oversee the master calibration schedule and coordinate with external vendors to prevent overdue events and minimize downtime.
• Partner with validation engineers on commissioning and qualification activities while maintaining clear communication across departments.
• Independently diagnose complex technical issues and develop strategic mitigation plans to maintain operational continuity.
• Ensure all reference standards remain in a controlled, calibrated state to provide consistent and reliable measurement traceability.

Who You Are:

 Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of experience performing calibration activities and scheduling vendor calibrations. 
• Valid Driver’s License.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree in controls and/or automation.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

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Pay Range for this position: $21.00-$36.00.

The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here.

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