Calibration Specialist

Type: direct hire with a Biopharmaceutical company located in Philadelphia, PASalary: $80k - $90kShifts: 1st shift, Monday - FridayEssential Functions and ResponsibilitiesPerform preventative, routine and corrective maintenance of CTU's, process utility systems, and manufacturing/laboratory instruments.An understanding of calibration / metrology and the ability to calibrate, adjust, and maintain measuring and indicating instruments to conform to set standards is highly desirable.An understanding of PLC's, HVAC, mechanical and electrical systems, and be able to troubleshoot and repair is highly desirable.Perform routine inspections of the facility, equipment and systems.Monitor, investigate and respond to alarms generated from the BMS/QEMS.Knowledge in the use of a wide range of standards, including temperature, relative humidity, differential pressure, CO2, flow, conductivity, resistivity, speed, time, pressure, and weight is highly desirable.Support Metrology to investigate OOT events using root cause analysis, metrics, technical knowledge and historical experience to identify and remediate.Ability to read and interpret engineering and architectural drawings, including floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, power plans, panel schedules, mechanical/plumbing piping diagrams, Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)Write incident/deviation reports as necessary, perform root cause analyses and identify corrective actions as appropriate.Receive, filter and execute work order requests as necessary.Ensure that any equipment repairs or maintenance activities are compliant with any applicable building codes.Work with external vendors for the service and/or repair of equipment.Provide On-Call support as needed.Must adhere to Iovance Biotherapeutics' core values, policies, procedures, and business ethics.Comply with Safety SOPs, SDS sheets, and laboratory procedures per company policy and OSHA regulations.Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Required Education, Skills, and KnowledgeBachelor's degree with 5 years of experience / Associates Degree with 10 years of experience is required.5-10 years of related instrumentation and equipment experience in a GMP environment is required.Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Software (Blue Mountain) is required.Experience using Building Management Systems and Environmental Monitoring Systems (Siemens Desigo or Insight) is required.Must be able to wear appropriate clean room attire and all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), i.e. scrubs, gowning coverall, masks, gloves, etc.Excellent oral and written communication skills required.Must have valid driver's license