Job Description

Seeking a career-minded, highly-motivated, technical professional to serve as a Entry-Level Calibration Technician to perform onsite and in-house calibrations on a variety of test equipment.

The Calibration Technician will apply knowledge of measurement science, physics and mathematics to calibrate inspection, measurement, and test equipment in the Electrical-DC/Low Frequency, High Voltage, and Time & Frequency, Dimensional, Torque, Force, Rotation and Thermodynamics disciplines to ensure measurement accuracy of customer equipment

Entry Level

An extensive, self-paced training program will be provided to establish the technician's role into a productive career in Metrology, Instrumentation, and Quality. This training consists of hands-on On-The-Job training to perform calibrations. Self-study usually comes from the candidates willingness to have the initiative to study material after hours in the efforts if qualifications and advancement to Calibration Technician Level 1.

We have several technicians on staff who were hired with little or no previous calibration experience who are successful based on their willingness to apply the effort and possess the aptitude to learn. Each candidate's training progression is monitored by supervisors and Lab Managers for goals, accomplishments and timely progress. Entry-Level technicians are required to complete prescribed training within a timely manner which is usually 1 year.

Entry-Level applicants are screened, tested and if hired placed in the appropriate department based on previous direct or transferable skills.

Skills and Requirements

Prior experience with electronics and/or any of measurement instrumentation as described in the Types of Equipment section below preferred.
Experience and/or awareness of ISO 9000 and/or ISO 17025 quality assurance programs desired
Must have a valid driver's license
Strong computer and math skills
Proficient with Windows, Microsoft Office, and Internet applications with an emphasis on Excel
Willingness to train on proficient customer service skills
Proficient math skills
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent organizational skills
Capable of lifting (50 pounds) unassisted
Candidate MUST be willing to travel to local and regional on-site locations which usually extends to over-time
Candidate MUST pass aptitude entrance exam (see Application Process below)

Education

Associate's degree in electronics, physics, mathematics, mechanical or similar technical field
Bachelor's degree in electronics, physics, mathematics, mechanical or similar technical field preferred
Military service in technical fields highly regarded

Responsibilities

Participate in and complete all assigned training courses
Perform routine and complex calibrations of low to mid-level on test, measurement and diagnostic equipment in our laboratory and at our customer's facilities
Determining specifications/tolerances of equipment
Understanding and daily application of quality systems and quality standards
Good knowledge of the laboratory’s Scope of Accreditation
Understand the usage of available Calibration Spreadsheets
Complete all assigned quality assurance training as assigned to include required readings as assigned
Promptly addresses customer requests, inquiries and complaints taking actions as appropriate to satisfy the customer or resolve the issue
Perform equipment maintenance as necessary and participate in internal audits, annual laboratory assessments and proficiency testing
Perform calibration in accordance with calibration procedures to meet the needs of the customer
Willing to learn to write and submit for approval calibration procedures
Complete all computer based work orders accurately and efficiently while maintaining a 2% or less QC Error rate on completed work orders and technical witnessing
Continually pursue technical proficiency, calibration skills through various means such as self-study and internal training programs and proficiency testing
Ensure customer satisfaction through timely turn-around on all equipment by actively reviewing, projecting and planning of workload
Maintain an exemplary laboratory cleanliness through daily routine cleaning of lab spaces and work stations

Types of Equipment

Analog Meters
Attenuators
Chart Recorders
Decade Resistors
Digital and Analog Multimeters
Frequency Counters
Function Generators
Hypot (Hi-Voltage) Testers
LCR Meters
Meggers
Oscillators
Oscilloscopes
Furnaces/Freezers
Power Meters
Power Supplies
Pyrometers
Tachometers
Temperature Devices
Volt-Ohm Meters
Micrometers
Indicators
Height Gauges
Surface Plates
Calipers
Vision Measuring Machines
Optical Comparators
Ring Gauges
Plug Gauges
Threads
Thread Measuring Wires
Sine Plates
End Measuring Rods
Feeler Gauges
Optical Flats
Parallels
Tri-Blocks
Pin Gauges
Snap Gauges
Tapered Plugs
Angle Blocks

This list is not all inclusive.

Physical Demands

Ability to communicate orally with customers, vendors, management, and coworkers is crucial. Regular use of phone and email for communication is essential. Hearing and vision correctable to within normal ranges is essential for normal conversations, receiving ordinary information, and preparing or inspecting documents and calibration activities.
The ability to remain in a stationary position roughly 50% of the time, as well as the ability to move about the laboratory and customer spaces as required.
Using a computer or calibrating while sitting or standing for extended periods is common. Must also be able to position self to calibrate equipment, including some harsh environments at customer facilities which may include heat, cold, noise-levels, etc. Some onsite facilities may require personal safety equipment such as earplugs, steel-toe boots, splash aprons, safety eyewear, and respirators.
Continuous heavy lifting is not expected, however onsite service requires loading and unloading of calibration equipment though occasional exertion of about up to 70 lbs. of force (e.g., picking up and carrying calibration standards) may be required.
Onsite activities do sometimes require extensive drive times.
Some occasional overnight jobs may be required.

Reports To

The Calibration Technicians report directly to the the applicable Metrology Supervisor (Thermodynamics, Electronics, Physical/Mechanical, Dimensional).

Application Process

As a potential candidate, we have composed an aptitude exam in which you are required to pass for employment consideration. The link to this online exam will be emailed to pre-screened applicants after applying.

Career Based

It is quite common for us to hear candidates claim that their current employment has stagnated and there is no room for advancement. At Cal Lab, we want to grow our technicians into more technically advanced Metrologists. Technicians have the ability and are encouraged to advance up the technician ranks. We currently have 4 levels of technician advancement which include Associate Calibration Technician, Calibration Technician I, Calibration Technician II, Calibration Technician III.

eLearning Training Program

Cal Lab has a fully integrated eLearning program in place for the training and growth of laboratory staff. This includes immediate access to training from a desktop computer or applications for iOS and Android devices. We promote the Gamification process with our eLearning to bring your assigned courses to life with Badges, Points, Levels, Rewards and Leader-boards. A full catalog is available to all staff members to encourage self-motivated course selection by staff members instead of strictly relying on course assignment. If staff members are interested in learning new skills, tasks or equipment calibrations, they are encouraged to subscribe to the course and start their training.

Our Mission We are committed to providing a high quality instrument calibration, both on site and in house in accordance with stated procedures and customer’s requirements in a prompt, efficient, and cost effective manner to satisfy the specific needs of our clients.
Benefits

Competitive salary based on previous calibration experience
Employee health insurance premiums subsidized
Life insurance included
Vision insurance included
Dental insurance offered
401k retirement plan offered
10 days vacation starting the first year (prorated from hire date)
Bench tools provided
Company logo shirts, ball & skull caps, winter jacket and lab jackets provided
Laptop computer with MSOffice Suite software provided
Credit card provided (for company related expenses; vehicle gas, per diem, parts, etc.)
Vehicles provided (for onsite service)
No out-of-pocket expenses incurred by the employee
9 paid holidays; New Year’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day.
Office Hours: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday-Thursday, 7:30 am - 2:00 pm on Friday
ASQ Membership and ASQ Certificate Calibration Technician (CCT) subsidized by Cal Lab (ASQ prerequisites apply)

About Us

Calibration Laboratory, LLC is an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited commercial calibration laboratory
Approximately 95% paperless operations
In business since 1977
Friendly and enjoyable working environment
Veteran owned company

For more information, please visit us a www.callabco.com

Calibration Laboratory, LLC