Equipment Manager

Position Title:

Equipment Manager

Protingent has an exciting contract opportunity for an Equipment Manager with our client in Kent, WA.

• Maintain a comprehensive inventory of all calibrated equipment, tools, and measurement devices, including tagging, labeling, and database entry in applicable asset management systems (e.g., Maximo)
• Track calibration due dates and coordinate scheduling with internal calibration teams or approved external vendors to ensure no equipment is used out-of-calibration
• Perform incoming and outgoing equipment inspections; identify and quarantine damaged, expired, or out-of-calibration items and initiate appropriate disposition or repair actions
• Organize and maintain equipment storage areas, tool cribs, and calibration staging areas in compliance with 5S standards and FOD control requirements
• Support equipment check‑out and check‑in processes, ensuring accurate records of equipment location, custodian, and status at all times
• Generate and maintain calibration records, equipment history logs, and out‑of‑service documentation in accordance with quality procedures
• Identify trends in equipment failures or calibration anomalies and communicate findings to the appropriate engineering or quality personnel
• Assist in the procurement process for new equipment, including writing justifications, receiving inspections, and entry into the asset management system
• Support internal audits and quality reviews by providing accurate equipment records and documentation upon request
• Partner with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure the right tools are available and serviceable for upcoming work order activities

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience in equipment management, calibration coordination, tool crib operations, or a related role in a manufacturing or aerospace environment
• Demonstrated experience with calibrated equipment tracking or inventory management systems
• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects

• Associate degree or technical certification in metrology, quality, manufacturing technology, or a related field
• Experience working in an aerospace, defense, or space launch manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with Maximo or Indysoft calibration management systems
• Knowledge of AS9100 quality management system requirements related to measurement and monitoring equipment
• Experience supporting internal or external quality audits

Job Type: Contract

Location:

Onsite Kent, WA
Pay Rate: $45–$55/hr
ITAR obligations apply; U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(1), (3) required.

Benefits Package:
Competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP or POS), education/certification reimbursement, pre‑tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401(k) plan.