Metrology Technician

About the role

Baxter is looking for a Metrology Technician in Cali to run and maintain the site's metrology program so that measurement instruments and laboratory equipment stay accurate and reliable. The role supports product quality, regulatory compliance, operational continuity and patient safety, working closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering and Technical Services teams.

Key responsibilities

• Run calibration programs for measurement instruments used in manufacturing and technical service operations
• Perform calibration, qualification and requalification of laboratory equipment such as incubators, refrigerators and ovens
• Maintain the certification, traceability and performance of calibration standards
• Troubleshoot measurement and instrumentation issues affecting operations
• Carry out qualification and requalification studies for sterilizers and other critical equipment
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives such as 6S, TPM and Gemba activities
• Ensure compliance with quality, environmental, health and safety and medical device regulatory requirements

Required profile

• Technical degree, associate degree or bachelor's degree in Instrumentation, Automation, Metrology, Engineering or a related field
• Experience supporting calibration, metrology, validation, instrumentation or maintenance in a manufacturing or regulated environment
• Ability to interpret technical procedures, specifications and engineering documentation
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle multiple priorities
• Working knowledge of quality systems, documentation and regulatory compliance
• Collaboration and communication skills across cross-functional teams

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, biotechnology or other highly regulated industries
• Knowledge of sterilization processes and thermal equipment qualification
• Experience managing calibration schedules, metrology systems or measurement traceability programs
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and technical documentation tools
• English reading and interpretation of technical documents
• Lean Manufacturing, TPM or 6S experience