Calibration Lab Supervisor – Food Grade Sensors

The Calibration Lab Supervisor is responsible for planning, executing, and supervising all activities related to the calibration of food-grade instrumentation and sensors. The role ensures measurement accuracy, regulatory compliance, team supervision, and continuous improvement of lab processes in line with hygiene and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities & Focus Areas:

1. Calibration Execution & Management

• Supervise and perform calibration of temperature, pressure, flow, pH, conductivity, and level sensors used in hygienic food production environments.

• Ensure traceability to ISO, NIST, or other national/international standards.

2. Lab Supervision & Daily Operations

• Manage the day-to-day activities of the calibration lab, ensuring efficient use of resources.

• Maintain calibration tools and master instruments like dry-block calibrators, multifunction testers, pressure modules, and reference sensors.

3. Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure compliance with industry standards such as GMP, ISO 17025, HACCP, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, and internal audit requirements.

• Review and maintain calibration records, certificates, schedules, and SOPs.

4. Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise calibration technicians, assign tasks, and monitor performance.

• Provide on-the-job training and ensure adherence to safety and cleanliness protocols, especially for food-grade instrumentation.

5. Troubleshooting & Continuous Improvement

• Identify causes of out-of-tolerance readings or failed calibrations.

• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

• Drive process improvements and efficiency in lab workflows.

6. Digital Tools & Reporting

• Operate and maintain calibration management software (e.g., Beamex CMX, Fluke MET/TEAM, or CMMS systems).

• Generate audit-ready reports and ensure data integrity for regulatory submissions.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• In-depth knowledge of hygienic sensor calibration and food-grade compliance standards

• Familiarity with metrology, instrument traceability, and risk-based calibration programs

• Strong documentation and audit-readiness skills

• Team management and task prioritization

• Effective communication and collaboration across departments (QA, Production, Engineering)

Qualifications:

• Diploma/Bachelor’s in Instrumentation, Electronics, Mechatronics, or related field

• 5–8 years of experience in calibration and instrumentation; at least 2–3 years in a supervisory role

• Experience in food-grade, pharma, or hygienic manufacturing environments

• Certification in metrology, ISO 17025, or related quality systems is a plus