Metrology Technician II at Forge Biologics in Columbus, OH

Forge Your Future with Us:

At Forge Biologics, we believe in turning bold ideas into life-changing realities. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to enable access to life-changing gene therapies and help bring them from ideas into reality. We partner with scientists, physicians, biotech and pharma innovators, and patient communities — all united by one goal: improving lives. If you’re driven by purpose and excited to make a tangible impact, this is where your journey begins.

Our team works out of The Hearth, a state-of-the-art, 200,000-square-foot cGMP facility in Columbus, Ohio. Here, you won’t just watch innovation happen — you’ll be part of it. Whether you’re scaling AAV manufacturing, collaborating on cutting-edge therapies, or supporting complex technical projects, you’ll play a key role in bringing hope to patients with genetic diseases.

What sets Forge apart is our culture of H.O.P.E. We are hardworking, showing up each day with determination and grit. We are open, creating a space where ideas flow freely, and every voice is valued. We are purpose-driven, with every task directly tied to changing lives. And we are engaged, energized by the challenges we face and the milestones we achieve together.

At Forge, your growth matters. We’re committed to helping you expand your skills, take on new challenges, and develop your career through mentorship, hands-on learning, and opportunities for advancement. Our people are our greatest investment, and we’re proud to see team members grow with us.

If you’re ready to use your talent to help deliver hope to patients around the world, join us — and be part of something bigger than yourself.

About The Role:

The Metrology Technician II contributes to the overall calibration and controls maintenance and continuous improvement of GMP manufacturing, laboratory and utility equipment and control systems in accordance with the OEM recommendations and internal SOPs.

Responsibilities:

• Perform initial new equipment calibrations as required
• Perform planned calibrations and corrective work on instrumentation in accordance with internal procedures
• Interface with various departments to complete calibrations, while minimizing equipment downtime - including Manufacturing, Quality Control, Process Development, Facilities and other departments as applicable
• Provide customer service to internal departments through effective communication and prompt work completion
• Communicate as found instrument OOT (Out of Tolerance) to the department equipment owners and reports OOT to management. Initiate deviations for OOT events in the Quality Management System. Act as SME in investigations as needed
• Support periodic review of instrument OOTs and proposes areas for improvement or correction
• Develop and maintains troubleshooting narratives for control systems
• Upload completed calibration documentation and other corrective work into the Maintenance CMMS system (Blue Mountain Regulatory Asset Manager (BMRAM)), while adhering to Good Documentation Practices
• Identify critical spare instrumentation and controls components
• Escort vendors and contractors in accordance with company procedures

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of related experience in calibration and controls
• Experience maintaining, testing, repairing, and calibrating a wide range of complex equipment
• Effective troubleshooting resolution and communication skills reporting calibration and controls issues as it relates to product quality
• Ability to troubleshoot problems within complex instrumentation and control systems, identify root causes and propose and implement solutions
• Experience with the selection of calibration standards and calibration software programs
• Experience with CMMS related systems and management of documentation
• Proficiency in calibrating various types of instruments and equipment, such as temperature, pressure, flow, and level transmitters
• Ability to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair control systems, such as PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems, and DCS (Distributed Control Systems)
• Ability to provide troubleshooting and after-hours support as needed (response to building management and building monitoring systems)

Preferred Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, electronics, or a related field
• Experience working in a cGMP environment, or other highly regulated environment
• Experience in documentation management within a structured Quality System (ISO, FDA)

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Standing, walking, bending, ladder climbing
• Lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs. regularly
• Work in hot/cold/noisy/humid environments
• PPE including respirators/safety gear
• On-call availability as needed

Forge Biologics is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. Forge Biologics, provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We’ve Got You Covered:

At Forge Biologics, we believe our people deserve to be taken care of – in and out of the workplace. We’ve built a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to help you thrive, grow, and feel valued every step of the way:

Health from day one

• Health, dental and vision insurance start your first day – with 90% of premiums covered for you and your family.

Time to recharge

• A competitive paid time off plan – because rest fuels innovation.
• 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave so you can focus on family when it matters most.

Rewarding your impact

• Annual bonus opportunities for all full-time team members.
• 401(k) with company match to help you plan for the future.
• Special employee discounts, including childcare and dependent care savings.

Your wellness, supported

• Onsite fitness facility at The Hearth.
• Mental health counseling and financial planning services through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Employer-paid short and long-term disability coverage to protect your peace of mind.

Fuel for your workday

• A fully stocked kitchen with free snacks and beverages – we keep you energized and ready for what’s next.

Grow with us

• Ongoing professional development resources, training, and mentorship programs to help you build your care and grow within Forge.