Calibration Technician

Perform calibrations on single/multi-axis load cells, potentiometers, accelerometers, and machined components. Maintain the day-to-day activities of the Calibration Laboratory. Insure the company’s calibration processes are performed consistently producing the highest quality services to both internal and external customers in a timely manner.   Essential Functions & Responsibilities: •Perform load cell calibrations on new/RMA product insuring that the instruments meet manufacturing standards and customer specifications.  This activity includes a visual inspection of the product, fixture assembly, performing the calibration, and producing the appropriate  calibration documentation.•Perform accelerometer calibrations on new/RMA product insuring that the instruments are certified to current manufacturing standards and customer specifications.  This activity includes a visual inspection of the product, fixture assembly, performing the calibration, coordinating any needed repairs with manufacturing, and producing the appropriate calibration documentation.•Perform potentiometer calibrations on new/RMA product insuring that the instruments meet manufacturing standards and customer specifications.  This activity includes a visual inspection of the product, fixture assembly, performing the calibration, and producing the appropriate calibration documentation.•Actively seek out and propose solutions to management of ways to improve the quality of the product, services, processes and methods employed in the day-to-day activities related to the Calibration Department.  •To insure the expected results are achieved, participation in the implementation of improvements and company quality audits is expected.•Communicate with laboratory supervisor and manufacturing on a regular basis to insure rapid resolution of issues and consistency of applied methodologies.•Insure all positional activities are in compliance with the company’s internal and external standards.  •Maintain the physical plant and equipment related to the Calibration Laboratory.  This activity includes general housekeeping as well as maintaining a calibration program for all required equipment to insure continued tractability to NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) and compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 and ISO 9001.•Complete special projects as assigned. Other Significant Role Requirements:•Some overtime is required.•Good communication skills are required as this position will be called upon to interface with customers.•Organizational skills must be sufficient to handle administrative tasks as necessary.Education and/or Experience:•Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent degree is required. A two-year technical degree (ASME) or equivalent degree from an accredited technical institution is a plus. Demonstrable equivalent experience in the instrumentation discipline or a related field will be considered.•One to three years of related experience in an instrumentation laboratory is preferred. Prior Experience in an ISO/IEC or A2LA certified laboratory a plus.•Sufficient knowledge of PC operation, Windows operating systems, and Microsoft Office programs.

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