Senior Instrumentation Technician

Lonza

Last Updated: 8/31/2026 3:38:13 AM

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Current Days Open
4
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$61,500.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$102,500.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
34.5
First Seen
5/6/2026
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$61,500.00 (Yearly)
8/31/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$102,500.00 (Yearly)
8/31/2026

Full Job Description

Location: Vacaville, CA This is a fully sitebased role. Working together in person supports close, realtime collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards. The primary responsibility of Instrument Services is to maximize equipment availability for processing by safely maintaining equipment and instrumentation through Calibration, Preventive and Corrective Maintenance. In support of these activities, Instrument Services provides personnel 24/hours/day, 7 days per week for calibration, maintenance, discrepancy response, contractor oversight, vendor resource management, project support and training. All Instrument Services Technicians are trained to perform calibration and maintenance in the primary manufacturing support areas and Materials Management, Quality Control Labs, and Utility Operations Work Schedule: Day Shift: 6:00a - 6:30p OR Night Shift 6:00p 6:30a What you will get The full-time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $61,500 to $102,500. In addition, below you will find a comprehensive summary of the benefits package we offer: Performance-related bonus Medical, dental and vision insurance 401(k) matching plan Life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability insurance Employee assistance programs Paid Time Off What you will do Install, troubleshoot, calibrate, maintain, and modify process control instruments, analyzers, laboratory equipment, and utility systems to ensure reliable plant operations. Program, configure, and support microprocessor-based control systems, including PLCs, DCS, and smart instrumentation devices, while maintaining accurate technical documentation. Read, interpret, and apply Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), electrical schematics, and technical drawings for maintenance, upgrades, and system improvements. Ensure compliance with cGMP, SOPs, safety regulations, and documentation standards, delivering Right-First-Time execution and timely completion of work orders. Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Technology, and Validation teams to optimize instrument performance, resolve process issues, and support startup activities. Collect, organize, and analyze technical data from equipment manufacturers and engineering teams; assist with spare parts identification, procurement, and inventory management. Train and mentor technicians on instrumentation systems, troubleshooting techniques, operational procedures, and best practices while supporting continuous improvement initiatives. What we are looking for High School Diploma or GED Required Strong understanding of industrial process maintenance and systems. Experience working in a GMP regulated environment is preferred. Uses ability as a skilled specialist in accordance with company policies and procedures to complete complex assignments within defined parameters. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with reasonable accommodations. Experienced in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and calibration management programs; SAP experience preferred. Valid drivers license. About Lonza At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyones ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and thats the kind of work we want you to be part of. Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.

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