Calibration Technician

Job description

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

• Perform calibrations and measurements traceable to NIST and the International System of Units (SI) using appropriately maintained reference standards. Test, inspection, and measurement equipment range from general-purpose physical and dimensional equipment to custom systems.
• Create and modify calibration procedures by determining metrology requirements from manufacturer’s manuals, laboratory methods, system requirements, or other approved documentation.
• Set up calibration sequences, methods and procedures according to detailed specifications, blueprints, drawings, and requirements.
• Knowledge of calibration and measurement principles: measurement uncertainty, measurement traceability, measurement standards, test uncertainty/accuracy ratios, measurement system analysis (MSA), calibration intervals, and out-of-tolerance reporting.
• Place a strong focus on attention to detail while properly documenting calibration results into the calibration tracking database. As appropriate, issue Out of Tolerance (OOT) or Non-conformance (NC) reports.
• Troubleshoot, inspect, and adjust/repair test and measurement equipment in support of new and existing projects.
• Serves as point of contact for instrument repairs requiring 3rd party servicing .
• Familiar with NIST, BIPM, NCSL, ASTM, ASME, or other organizations related to metrology, measurements, or standards.
• Work overtime when necessary to support high priority requests or meet project goals.
• Provide direction or training to lower-level technicians.
• Organized, efficient, process oriented; interpersonal/communication skills; self-motivated; team player; strong work ethic; works well under pressure in a dynamic environment; tactful, exercises independent judgment and discretion – professional presentation
• Performing all activities to conform to all work instructions and quality procedures

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of prior work experience
• High school diploma or equivalent

Nice to Have

• ASQ Certified Calibration Technician
• Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and execute on daily tasks, and long-term objectives as demonstrated by self-prioritizing and managing work requests
• Knowledge of calibration and measurement principles: measurement uncertainty, measurement traceability, measurement standards, test uncertainty/accuracy ratios, measurement system analysis (MSA), SI units, calibration intervals, and out-of-tolerance reporting.
• Knowledge of the English and Metric measuring systems with the ability to perform mathematical conversions to each.
• Experience maintaining equipment service records and system logs or manuals, to document testing or operation of equipment.
• Familiar with NIST, BIPM, NCSL, ASTM, ASME, or other organizations related to metrology, measurements, or standards.
• Ability to work on assignments requiring independent action and a high degree of initiative to resolve issues.
• · Hands-on mentality and eager to learn

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

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