Job Description

Job Title : Metrology Lead

Location : 80% Santa Monica, 20% Tarzana, CA (travel between sites required)

Duration : 12 months (extension/conversion possible)

Schedule : Monday–Friday, 7am–3pm (flexibility required for vendor visits)

Job Description Summary :

The Metrology Lead is responsible for overseeing calibration, validation, and maintenance of equipment and instruments across GMP-regulated environments. This role ensures compliance with company SOPs, FDA regulations, and international standards. The Lead will manage external vendors, conduct failure analyses, generate technical documentation (SOPs, protocols, reports), and support regulatory audits. The position also includes personnel management duties and active collaboration with QA, QC, and Manufacturing teams to optimize processes and ensure metrology readiness.

Key Responsibilities :

• Coordinate with external vendors for calibration and validation.
• Review calibration results and create compliant reports.
• Maintain master equipment list using metrology management software.
• Conduct failure investigations and determine corrective actions.
• Author and maintain SOPs, CQV protocols, and reports.
• Review/approve Out-of-Tolerance (OOT) and Non-Conformance reports.
• Represent the department during audits (client, ISO, FDA).
• Provide on-call support and ensure equipment is compliant.
• Coach and manage staff performance, provide guidance and conduct disciplinary actions.

Requirements :

• Education : High School Diploma (minimum)
• Experience : 7+ years in calibration/metrology within GMP and FDA-regulated industries
• Strong knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Proficiency in calibration, instrument troubleshooting, and failure analysis
• Experience with document control, SOP creation, and protocol writing
• Strong communication and leadership skills

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