Metrology Specialist

Genentech

Genentech

Operations

Philadelphia, PA, USA

USD 56,900-105,700 / year

Posted on Jun 6, 2026

The Position

As a Metrology Specialist, you will achieve the timely execution of routine and on-demand calibrations and maintenance activities in our Genentech Philadelphia location.

The Opportunity

  • Managing instrument calibration and preventive maintenance (PM) schedules to guarantee full cGMP compliance and keep all equipment up-to-date.
  • Coordinating service requests and work orders between system owners, contractors, and third-party vendors to minimize equipment downtime.
  • Executing hands-on calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on critical instruments as needed to support operations.
  • Administering data entry and record-keeping within SAP and the CMMS, ensuring all electronic and hard-copy maintenance logs remain in an audit-ready status.
  • Maintaining a 4-to-6-week planned work horizon to ensure all department tasks are completed on time by their target finish dates.
  • Investigating and authoring Out-of-Tolerance (OOT) calibration reports and deviations while assisting with subsequent technical impact assessments.
  • Partnering with cross-functional stakeholders—including Metrology, Engineering, Validation, and EHS—to optimize site resources, manage inventory levels, and drive service delivery goals.

Who You Are

You’re someone who wants to influence your own development. You’re looking for a company where you have the opportunity to pursue your interests across functions and geographies. Where a job title is not considered the final definition of who you are, but the starting point. You are motivated by logic and strategy to benefit the business and patients.

  • BS or BA degree in a related field or equivalent experience required.
  • 1-2 years’ experience with calibration, maintenance, and repair functions in a Pharmaceutical or similar industry environment.
  • Experience with SAP CMMS preferred.
  • Strong knowledge and experience with established standards and industry guidelines: FDA, GAMP, ISPE, ISO, ASTM, USP, cGMP, GDP, etc is preferred

Behaviors, competencies, and qualities of the ideal applicant.

  • Solid understanding of Google Suite, MS Windows, and Microsoft office suite. Must be able to accommodate extended periods of computer usage to meet business needs.
  • Ability to manage frequent contact with peers, vendors, and cross-functional groups concerning projects, operational decisions, scheduling, and contracts. Strong organization, communication, and interpersonal skills; technical, attentive to details, have good analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Must be able to lift up to 25kg infrequently
  • Ability to multi-task and work independently or in a team environment with minimal supervision


Relocation Benefits are not offered for this job posting.

The expected salary range for this position based on the Pennsylvania is 56,900.00 - 105,700.00 USD Annual. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Benefits

Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.

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