The Opportunity:

Avantor is looking for an Instruments Technician to provide preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs and calibration to analytical instruments: HPLC, GC, Spectrophotometer, electronic and mechanical equipment.

The Instruments Technician will perform installation and train customers in the equipment uses at customer sites along with technical training on products. They will also document and report all repairs and product failures.

This role will be a full-time remote role with 100% travel to visit customer sites and our Manati, PR office.

What we’re looking for: 

Education: Associates degree required.Experience:Minimum of 5 years related technical experience.Additional Qualifications: Must be bilingual (English and Spanish-fluent in writing and reading).Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.Analytical skills - Understands the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.Ability to maintain good relationship and communication with the client and service personnel.     Ability to load weights from 25 to 200 pounds to calibrate weighting equipment or to transport it.

How you will thrive and create an impact: 

Travel to customer site to provide services (installations, maintenance or calibrations).Adapt equipment and technology to serve user needs. Execute sequence of testing and calibration program for instruments, scales and balances and equipment according to blueprints, schematics, technical manuals, standards operating procedures and other specifications.Diagnose equipment failures (breakdowns) and repair per manufacturers guidelines.Perform preventative and corrective maintenance of test apparatus and peripheral equipment.Confer with clients, group leader, and other technical workers to assist with equipment installation, maintenance, and repair techniques.Analyze and convert test data, using mathematical formulas, and report results and proposed modifications.Set up test equipment and conduct tests on scales and balance and instrument equipment.Disassemble and reassemble instruments and equipment, using hand tools, and inspect instruments and equipment for defects.Sketch plans for developing jigs, fixtures, instruments, and related nonstandard apparatus.Modify performance and operation of component parts to specifications, using test equipment and precision instruments.Conduct tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.Consult with clients on a regular basis regarding usage, placement and potential future needs of the equipment.Recommend corrective actions to the customer when needed.Train customer on how to use the equipment.Maintain technical skills through ongoing manufacturer’s certification and continuing education.

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
 
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
 
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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