Entry Level Equipment Specialist

Shift:

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This is an onsite full-time Equipment Specialist I - Instrument Specialist position located in Lebanon, NJ,

Monday - Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

SUMMARY

Responsible for executing, providing or overseeing the maintenance, repair, and qualification of laboratory instrumentation, hardware, and software; provide feedback and guidance regarding laboratory instrumentation using professional and technical knowledge of mechanical, scientific or related instrumentation and software.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides diagnosis, maintenance and preventative maintenance, qualification, troubleshooting, and repairs of basic laboratory instrumentation.
• Provides knowledge of calibration and qualification of temperature-controlled and/or pressurized units.
• Coordinates and oversees vendor management of laboratory equipment management to perform inventory and decommissioning of equipment, as needed.
• Maintains inventory and event scheduling system for laboratory equipment, performs decommission of equipment as needed.
• Sources and orders/ensure inventory of consumables and repair parts for instruments, as needed.
• Interacts with customers/staff to provide analytical instrument support, explanation of troubleshooting results, and solutions based on troubleshooting.
• Drafts and/or revises technical documentation and documents such as standard operation procedures, calibration procedures, qualification protocols, and any other documents as needed.
• Participates in cross-functional project or program objective and other project requirements, receives direction and presents information to management.
• Provides fundamental analysis, interpretation and counsel to staff, management, and functional leaders regarding equipment policies, programs and practices involving standard operations.
• Provides standard research, feedback, and decisions to resolve customer/management and employee questions and requirements; assists with receiving vendor feedback and coordinating resources and responses as required.
• Follows Standard Operating Procedures and methods to perform work.
• Ensures the accuracy of equipment, actions, procedures and operational databases, reports, and related details through audits, queries, and operational reviews; works with teams to resolve discrepancies; resolves discrepancies or escalates discrepancies to ensure quality assurance in equipment.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
• Promotes and supports the overall mission of Pace Analytical by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with customers and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

 Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in science or engineering; AND one to two (1-2) years of experience in a laboratory setting; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

• Interest in the principles, practices, and techniques to diagnose, troubleshoot, and solve equipment and instrumentation problems.
• Knowledge of laboratory and analytical instrumentation.
• Knowledge of calibration, metrology standards.
• Understanding of applicable area laws, codes, and regulations.
• Computer applications and systems related to equipment and instrumentation.  Familiarity with 21 CFR Part 11 a plus.
• Principles and practices to serving as an effective project team member.
• Comfortable communicating with staff, coworkers, and customers to ensure safe, effective, and appropriate operations.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Required Skills

• Performing instrumentation troubleshooting.
• Administering instrument, mechanical, electrical, and software-based functions.
• Serving as a key contributor in the design, development, and management of projects.
• Operating in both a team and individual contributor environment, as well as project leader.
• Interpreting, applying, and explaining applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Preparing reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established department guidelines.
• Using tact, discretion, and prudence in working with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Performing effective oral presentations to large and small groups across functional peers and the department.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of individuals contacted in the course of the work.

 PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mobility to work in a lab and office setting, use standard office and lab equipment and stamina to sit for extended periods of time; exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 40 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in a lab and office setting. Work is subject to chemicals, fumes, gasses, noxious odors, and related items in a lab setting.

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Benefits
When you join Pace®, you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life. Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pace® provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.