Calibration Technician
Listed on 2026-01-08
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Engineering
Quality Engineering -
Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Quality Engineering, Quality Control / Manager, Quality Technician/ Inspector
Position:
Calibration Technician
Location:
Vernon Hills, IL
Employment Type:
Contract to Hire
We are seeking a dedicated Calibration Technician to perform calibrations, inspections, and measurements on test equipment to ensure measurement accuracy. This role involves using assigned calibration standards and procedures while documenting all calibration events in our database. The ideal candidate will have experience in calibration or metrology within life sciences, medical device, or similar labs.
Responsibilities- Perform calibrations, inspections, and measurements on test equipment to ensure measurement accuracy.
- Use assigned calibration standards and procedures.
- Document all aspects of calibration events in the database.
- Evaluate contracts and work orders to ensure all work can be properly completed.
- Assist customers with traceability or procedural questions in calibrations and resolve technical contract issues.
- Develop and maintain preventative maintenance and laboratory safety/housekeeping programs.
- Quantify sources of measurement error and determine measurement uncertainty.
- Aid in the setup of processes and paperwork related to calibration.
- Complete administrative tasks related to incoming calibrations as necessary.
- Perform minor repairs as necessary.
- Prepare certificates and IM&TE for packaging.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Experience in ISO, Calibration, Metrology, ISO
9001, ISO
17025, FDA compliance. - High School Diploma or Associate’s Degree in a scientific related field.
- 2-5 years of experience in calibration or metrology within life sciences, medical devices, or similar labs.
- Familiarity with FDA, ISO, and GMP compliance.
Skills & Qualifications
- Strong attention to detail.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
The work schedule is Monday to Friday, from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The environment involves working with calibration equipment and adhering to safety and compliance standards.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vernon Hills, IL.
Pay And BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $22.00 - $32.00/hr.
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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Seniority LevelMid-Senior level
Employment TypeContract
Job FunctionManagement and Manufacturing
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