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Job title: Metrology Planner

Location: Swiftwater, PA

About the job

Join a global network that powers how Sanofi delivers — seamlessly, purposefully, and at scale. In Manufacturing & Supply, you’ll help reimagine how life-changing treatments reach people everywhere, faster. 

Role Overview:

The Metrology team Leader / Planner is responsible for leading and supporting

the Metrology technician team.  Supporting the calibration, design, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of the instruments, controls and related systems typical to the manufacture of vaccines in order to maintain a GMP-compliant site. The Team Lead will also participate in the development and implementation of the site training program for Instrument Technicians and will provide guidance to technicians in the field. Metrology scheduling support and parts procurement will be within the responsibilities of this position. This position reports to and supports the scheduling manager of Metrology who is ultimately responsible to maintain current calibration of and ensure the efficient, effective and reliable operation of all instruments on site. This position will have interactions with Maintenance, Health, Safety & Environment (HSE), Engineering, Outside Contractors/Consultants, Instrument/Equipment Manufacturers, Industrial Operations and Research & Development departments.

About Sanofi 

We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. 

Main Responsibilities:

1. In field calibrations and technician support

• Calibration, installation, trouble-shooting and repair of temperature, pressure, speed, level, conductivity, pH, chlorine, dissolved oxygen, and turbidity measurement, control and recording systems.   

• Proper handling and use of required standards and tools

• Instrument/machine/PLC interface and associated protocols

• Basic electrical control systems

• Basic electronics

• Industrial safety programs including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

• CMMS systems to record and track calibrations and repairs (SAP preferred)

• ISA or equivalent certification (preferred)

2. Planning and scheduling support

• Group upcoming instrument calibrations into Indy Soft/SAP work orders

• Create and implement a schedule (as per Scheduling Manager)

• Coordinate and communicate all site technician calibration activities for assigned area(s) with end users, technicians and other stake holders

• Work with Manager Maintenance Coordination when necessary to coordinate (not schedule) vendor calibrations that overlap with site technician calibration activities

• Monitor radio channel 3 and respond to instrument emergencies

• Process SAP work orders – convert notifications, neatly file, schedule, and issue

• Ensure that scheduled work is ready to go—parts, standards, special tools, permits, LOTO, SPA, site preparation and clearance with area

• Provide or coordinate technical assistance

• Provide or coordinate technician training

• Create parts requests and request SAP MM’s  as needed

• Attend scheduling/shutdown meetings for areas of responsibility as necessary

• Coordinate, schedule and set up calibration support for shutdowns and small projects

About You

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of Eight (8) years’ experience in the instrument trade, related pharmaceutical/industrial experience, or a combination of related experience and education/military service required.  Understanding of instruments, controls and related system.

• High School Diploma or GED is required.

• Working knowledge of IndySoft, SAP, Microsoft Office and iLearn

• Scheduling and coordinating calibration, maintenance or production activities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Pharmaceutical or Biotech experience

• Understanding of vaccine manufacturing processes

Why Choose Us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team. 

• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally. 

• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact. 

• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave. 

Sanofi US Services and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers committed to a culturally inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

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All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.

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