Tecnico en metrologia

Metrology Technician

At Fresenius Medical Care, we are the global leader in kidney care, committed to improving the lives of patients with chronic kidney disease. Our mission is to deliver high-quality, innovative products, services, and care across the entire healthcare journey. Guided by our vision—“Creating a future worth living. For patients. Worldwide. Every day.”—we work with purpose and compassion, supported by a global team of over 110,000 employees.

Within our Care Enablement segment, we develop and provide life-sustaining medical products, digital health solutions, and therapies that empower clinical teams and improve patient outcomes. Our FME Reignite strategy drives transformation through innovation, efficiency, and sustainable growth.

Our values guide how we work:

• We Care for our patients, each other, and our communities.
• We Connect across teams and borders to deliver excellence together.
• We Commit to doing things the right way—growing with purpose and leading kidney care with integrity and innovation.

Our manufacturing plant in Guadalajara, Mexico plays a key role in our global operations. The site specializes in the production of HD Liquid Acids, Diluted Solution for Hemodialysis, Bicarbonate Solution, Peritoneal Dialysis, and Sodium Citrate—primarily for export to the United States and Canada. With over 700 employees, the site also supports Product and Process Development, as well as Sustaining Engineering, contributing to the continuous improvement of our therapies and ensuring high-quality standards across our product portfolio. Join our passionate team and be part of this global impact!

As a Metrology Technician, you will support manufacturing operations by ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and compliance of measurement and calibration systems. This role is responsible for performing preventive maintenance, calibration, documentation, and verification activities on measuring and control instruments while supporting GMP compliance, validation activities, and continuous operational excellence throughout the facility.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on measuring and control instruments within the assigned area.
• Ensure proper use and handling of calibration equipment, measuring devices, manual tools, and workshop equipment.
• Maintain and calibrate pneumatic, electronic, and automated instrumentation systems, including PLC-controlled equipment.
• Execute calibration procedures and preventive maintenance activities in accordance with approved procedures and GMP requirements.
• Generate and maintain calibration reports, procedures, labels, and related documentation to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain accurate records associated with preventive maintenance and calibration activities.
• Support validation activities through the calibration of validation instruments and process equipment.
• Assist with validation studies and verification activities involving measurement and monitoring devices.
• Ensure calibration standards, tools, and equipment remain in proper operating condition and within calibration requirements.
• Apply established procedures for preventive maintenance, calibration, and instrument verification activities.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of the metrology and instrumentation workshop and all assigned work areas.
• Monitor compliance with GMP requirements, safety standards, and company policies.
• Escalate equipment or calibration-related issues as necessary to ensure timely resolution.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Technical Degree, Technologist Diploma, or Engineering Degree in Instrumentation, Automation, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Metrology, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in instrumentation, metrology, calibration, or a similar technical role.
• Knowledge of instrumentation and control systems, including pneumatic and electronic instrumentation.
• Experience with calibration standards, measurement systems, and preventive maintenance programs.
• Familiarity with GMP requirements and calibration procedures.
• Experience using calibration equipment, precision measurement devices, and workshop tools.
• Ability to read and understand technical manuals, specifications, and procedures.
• Technical English proficiency preferred.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and compliance standards.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred Competencies

• Adherence to Standards
• Commitment and Task Accomplishment
• Process Control and Execution
• Results Orientation
• Integrity
• Organization
• Respect for Others
• Accountability
• Analytical Problem Solving
• Tactical and Operational Decision Making
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Learning Agility
• Initiative
• Ability to Work Under Pressure

Our Offer for You

There is a lot you can discover at Fresenius Medical Care, regardless of your background or level of experience—all dedicated to your professional journey.

• Whether in front of or behind the scenes, you are helping make ever better medicine available to more people around the world.
• Individual opportunities for career development and professional growth.
• A culture that encourages innovative thinking and collaboration.
• The opportunity to work alongside talented and committed professionals.
• The benefits of a successful global corporation combined with the collegial culture of a medium-sized company.