Calibration Technician
Listed on 2026-06-28
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Manufacturing / Production
Production QC/QA, Quality Engineering -
Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Quality Control - QC Analysts/Managers, Production QC/QA, Quality Engineering
Calibration Technician
The Calibration Technician role is a key support function of the Quality Department and the plant. This position leads the IM&TE (inspection, measuring, and test equipment) calibration activity and is responsible for ensuring that all devices remain calibrated and in good use.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Necessary Competencies)Duties include but are not limited to:
- Provide measuring and monitoring support to commercial and aerospace/defense manufacturing teams, engineering teams, quality teams, and others as needed.
- Perform gage calibration on various IM&TE devices throughout the plant.
- Coordinate calibration activities with outside service providers.
- Maintain accurate gage calibration records.
- Review and maintain appropriate procedures related to gage calibration processes.
- Assist team members performing quality testing on manufactured items.
- Identify opportunities for improvement in manufacturing and assembly processes.
- Inspect stock and sort parts when needed.
- Assist with First Article Inspection (FAI) measurements.
- Support internal and external quality system audits.
- Work collaboratively with all plant personnel to review issues and drive solutions.
Experience working in a manufacturing environment (ISO 9001 or AS 9100 preferred)
Working knowledge of blueprint reading and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
Demonstrated knowledge of gaging and measurement techniques
Effective proficiency in MS Office applications
Experience with organizing and utilizing databases for high volume information is a plus
Strong interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written
Demonstrated ability to successfully handle new responsibilities
Education and Experience CredentialsHigh School diploma preferred
5 years of manufacturing experience preferred
Of the 5 years manufacturing experience 2 years quality experience preferred
Key Performance MetricsThe plant monitors several key metrics to meet customer and company satisfaction. All departments have safety, quality, delivery, and cost metrics that align with company goals. The Gage Calibration Technician will have specific metrics related to IM&TE activities.
Physical DemandsThis position may require occasional local travel (
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