Job Description

Calibration Specialist
(Advanced Metrology & Instrumentation)

Scientific Protein Laboratories (SPL)
Waunakee, WI | On-site | Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing

Ensure precision. Maintain compliance. Enable life-saving therapies.
Scientific Protein Laboratories (SPL) is a global leader in biopharmaceutical manufacturing, supporting the production of critical therapies that improve and save lives worldwide.
We are seeking a Calibration Specialist to advance the reliability and accuracy of production, research, and quality control instruments at our Waunakee, WI facility. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with mentorship, SOP development, and support of our Calibration and Metrology Information System (CMIS).What You’ll Do
As a Calibration Specialist you will:

• Perform calibration on a wide variety of instruments across disciplines including electronic, pneumatic, physical, dimensional, and analytical measurements. Examples include recorders, controllers, transducers, flow, pressure, temperature, mass, humidity, radar, pH, conductivity, gas sensors, moisture analyzers, autoclaves, and spectrophotometers.
• Develop, write, and execute calibration SOPs, technical reports, charts, graphs, and schematics to document instrument performance, deviations, malfunctions, and functional limitations.
• Lead or assist in the calibration of new and existing process and laboratory equipment, ensuring all systems meet cGMP compliance standards.
• Maintain and administer the Calibration and Metrology Information System (CMIS), providing recommendations and insights to support system improvements.
• Train and mentor junior or less-experienced personnel in calibration procedures and best practices.
• Oversee third-party contractors performing calibration services, ensuring quality, accuracy, and compliance.

What Success Looks Like

• Instruments and equipment maintain precise, reliable calibration, supporting consistent manufacturing and research outcomes.
• Calibration SOPs, records, and reports are thorough, accurate, and compliant with cGMP standards.
• Junior personnel are effectively trained and supported in calibration tasks.
• Continuous improvement initiatives in calibration and metrology are identified and implemented.
• Internal and external stakeholders rely on your technical expertise and guidance.

What You Bring
Required:

• Associate’s degree or equivalent technical education
• 5+ years of experience in calibration, metrology, or related instrumentation roles
• Strong technical knowledge across multiple measurement disciplines
• Ability to perform precise, high-stakes work in a regulated environment
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• 10+ years of experience in calibration within pharmaceutical, life sciences, or regulated manufacturing
• Experience writing calibration SOPs, performing metrology analyses, and training staff
• Familiarity with CMIS or similar calibration management systems

Why Join SPL?

• Meaningful work supporting life-saving biologically based therapeutics used worldwide
• Competitive compensation package including base salary and recognition programs
• 401(k) with company match to support your long-term financial goals
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Career development and leadership growth opportunities within a global biopharmaceutical organization
• Collaborative, science-driven culture that values integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement
• High quality of life in Waunakee, WI! A growing community just outside Madison with excellent schools and outdoor recreation

If you are a highly skilled calibration professional who takes pride in technical mastery, regulatory compliance, and mentoring others, and you want your work to directly support therapies that save lives, SPL wants to hear from youSPL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other status protected by applicable local, state or federal law.

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