Title: Calibration Coordinator
Location: Waukegan, IL
Hire Type: Contract (1+ yrs)
Compensation: $40-45/hr
Benefits: As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.
Must have Skill Set: 

• 5+ years of calibration, metrology, or laboratory equipment management experience
• Experience with CMMS or asset management systems (Maximo or similar)
• Background in a regulated manufacturing environment (medical device, pharmaceutical, biotech, etc.)
• Knowledge of FDA, ISO, cGMP, or other quality and compliance standards

Overview:
Our client, a leading organization in a highly regulated manufacturing environment, is seeking an experienced Calibration Coordinator to oversee laboratory equipment calibration and asset management activities within an R&D setting. This position is responsible for coordinating calibration schedules, preventative maintenance, equipment documentation, vendor activities, and regulatory compliance to ensure laboratory assets remain audit-ready and operating efficiently. 

Job Duties: 

• Manage the laboratory equipment calibration program, including preventative maintenance scheduling and equipment lifecycle activities.
• Administer and maintain the organization's computerized asset management system, ensuring equipment records and documentation remain accurate.
• Coordinate calibration vendors, work orders, equipment installations, transfers, and retirement activities.
• Support equipment qualification, validation, and documentation while maintaining compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
• Partner with Quality, Engineering, Facilities, and laboratory teams to resolve calibration issues, non-conformances, and corrective actions.
• Assist with internal and external audits by ensuring calibration records and equipment documentation are inspection-ready.
• Identify and implement process improvements related to calibration and asset management programs.
• Provide guidance to laboratory personnel regarding calibration requirements and equipment compliance.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in calibration, metrology, laboratory equipment management, or asset management.
• Experience working with CMMS or computerized asset management systems.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance programs, equipment lifecycle management, and laboratory documentation.
• Experience supporting regulated manufacturing environments such as medical device, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or similar industries.
• Familiarity with FDA, ISO, cGMP, or comparable quality and regulatory requirements.
• Strong organizational, communication, and project coordination skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.