Calibration Lab Supervisor – Food Grade Sensors

The Mid-Level Calibration Lab Supervisor is responsible for independently managing the calibration and verification of hygienic/food-grade sensors and instruments. This role ensures accuracy, compliance with regulatory standards (GMP, ISO 17025, HACCP), and supports operational excellence by leading a team of technicians and coordinating internal and external audits.

Key Responsibilities & Focus Areas:

1. Instrument Calibration Management

• Perform and oversee routine and periodic calibration of food-grade sensors:

  • Temperature, Pressure, Flow, Level, pH, Conductivity, and Hygienic RTDs

• Ensure traceability of calibration to national/international standards.

2. Regulatory Compliance & Quality Systems

• Maintain up-to-date calibration records and documentation in compliance with:

  • GMP, ISO 17025, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, and HACCP

• Prepare documentation for internal/external audits and regulatory inspections.

3. Lab Operation & Process Control

• Supervise day-to-day lab activities and maintain equipment readiness.

• Manage reference standards, master instruments, and calibration tools such as:

  • Dry-block calibrators, Pressure modules, Signal simulators, and Data loggers

• Ensure proper calibration intervals and instrument history tracking.

4. Team Supervision & Technical Guidance

• Lead a small team of calibration technicians.

• Allocate tasks, monitor performance, and review calibration outputs.

• Provide technical training and ensure adherence to SOPs.

5. Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis

• Identify and investigate instrument failures or out-of-tolerance conditions.

• Recommend corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for deviations and quality issues.

• Coordinate with maintenance or QA teams for resolving calibration-related problems.

6. Data Management & Software Use

• Operate calibration management systems (e.g., CMMS, Beamex, Fluke MET/TEAM)

• Generate reports and calibration certificates digitally with version control and e-signatures.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of food-grade sensors and calibration requirements

• Familiarity with hygienic design standards (e.g., 3A, EHEDG)

• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, data sheets, SOPs, and wiring diagrams

• Proficiency in handling traceability, documentation, and audit processes

• Solid teamwork, communication, and leadership capabilities

Qualifications:

• Diploma/Bachelor’s in Instrumentation, Electronics, Mechatronics, or related field

• 3–5 years of hands-on experience in a calibration role, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory position

• Exposure to regulated environments (GMP, ISO, food/pharma industries)

• Certification in metrology or calibration standards is a plus