The Calibration Technician is responsible for maintaining the accuracy, reliability, and traceability of measurement and inspection equipment used throughout the plant. This position performs scheduled and as-needed calibration, verification, inspection, and documentation of precision measuring equipment and ship instruments to ensure compliance with company quality standards, customer requirements, and applicable industry standards.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Perform calibration and verification of precision measurement and inspection equipment, including but not limited to micrometers, calipers, height gauges, indicators, bore gages, gauge blocks, thread gauges, scales and other shop measuring instruments.
- Perform calibration using appropriate standards, procedures, and reference equipment.
- Maintain calibration records, certificates, equipment histories, and due-date tracking.
- Ensure all calibration equipment and standards are properly identified and traceable.
- Inspect measuring equipment for damage, wear, contamination, or other conditions that could affect accuracy.
- Identify, tag, and appropriately control equipment that is out of calibration or otherwise unsuitable for use.
- Assist with determining potential impact of out-of-tolerance measuring equipment on previously completed inspections or products.
- Maintain accurate calibration database or tracking system and ensure calibration intervals are monitored.
- Coordinate outside calibration services when equipment requires specialized calibration or certification.
- Assist with internal quality audits and customer audits related to calibration and measurement systems.
- Ensure calibration activities are performed in accordance with established procedures and applicable customer, regulatory, and quality-system requirements.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and controlled calibration area.
- Perform other quality-related duties as assigned.
Duties may be changed, or additional duties assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- Requires a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Previous experience in calibration, quality inspection, metrology, CNC machining, or a related manufacturing environment preferred.
- Knowledge of precision measurement tools and inspection equipment.
- Basic computer skills and ability to maintain electronic records.
Preferred Skills
- Experience in a machine shop or precision manufacturing environment.
- Experience with ISO 9001, or other quality-management systems.
- Familiarity with calibration standards, traceability, and calibration documentation.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and manage calibration schedules and priorities.
Physical Demands and Working Environment
The physical demands and working environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach as required in a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to lift and move measuring equipment and related materials as required.
- Ability to perform detailed visual and dimensional inspections requiring close attention to precision measurements.
This position works in a manufacturing environment and is exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles. The employee will be required to wear eye, foot, and/or other personal protective equipment while performing duties.
Additional Notes
Must be able to work a flexible schedule. Must be able to travel between all GVM facilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability and Protected Veteran Status
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