Job Title:  Calibration Technician

Position Overview: The Tool and Gage Technician will oversee the calibration processes for our measurement and testing equipment, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. This role requires a background in Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) operations and management. The ideal candidate will have technical expertise, organization, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to quality assurance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain the calibration program for all measuring equipment and process control equipment; Gage Recall Management / System Maintenance / GageTrak Database.
• Ensure compliance with ISO and AS9100 standards and industry regulations related to calibration and quality management.
• Conduct regular audits and reviews of calibration processes to identify areas for improvement and ensure adherence to established procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to support product development and resolve measurement-related issues.
• Analyze calibration data and generate reports to track performance metrics and trends.
• Maintain and update calibration documentation, including procedures, records, and schedules.
• Coordinate with external calibration service providers as needed to ensure timely and accurate services. Request quotes and request Purchase Orders for same.
• Stay current with advancements in calibration technology and CMM software used, recommending updates as necessary.
• Inspection of First Articles and Production Parts as assigned. (e.g.: FAIRs, capability studies, etc.)
• Inspection of Tools, Fixtures, and gages as assigned.
• Verify calibration of temperature controllers, rectifiers, pressure gages, etc..

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in calibration.
• Strong knowledge of measurement principles, calibration standards, and quality control processes.
• Knowledge of GD&T
• Experience with most hand gages and equipment including thread gages.
• Experience with OMM / CMM software and programming or similar equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in Calibration Management or Quality Assurance.
• Experience with GageTrak software.
• MicroVu OMM (Optical Measurement Machine) Experience.
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) and data analysis tools.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Electrical knowledge / experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

For ITAR compliance, applicants should be US citizens or permanent residents