Field Calibration Services Supervisor Tektronix Wayne, NJ, United States + 1 more

The Field Calibration Services Supervisor will support and oversee day‑to‑day operations of permanent onsite and remote calibration teams. This role ensures high‑quality calibration service delivery, supports technician development, and helps maintain strong customer relationships. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on calibration experience and be comfortable supervising small teams, assisting with technical troubleshooting, and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards. Approximately 20–30% travel is required to support field teams and customers.

This role also requires the supervisor to spend approximately 30% of their day performing calibrations, especially during high‑demand periods or when covering for technician absences.

• Supervise daily tasks of calibration technicians across multiple sites and remote teams.
• Assign and track calibration work, monitor turnaround times, and support daily workflow planning.
• Provide mentoring and technical guidance to team members, including hands‑on calibration assistance when needed.
• Assist with onboarding and cross‑training to ensure team flexibility across various disciplines (e.g., torque, temperature, pressure, electrical, dimensional).

• Support and perform hands‑on calibrations in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025 and other relevant standards (ISO
  9001, AS9100, ANZ
  540.1).
• Review calibration data for completeness and accuracy; ensure proper documentation and traceability.
• Coordinate with Quality and Engineering teams to troubleshoot complex calibration issues.
• Help maintain calibration equipment and ensure readiness for audits.

• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and company SOPs across all calibration activities.
• Monitor performance metrics (e.g., OTD, quality scores, asset throughput) and elevate issues as needed.
• Support audit preparation and actively participate in ISO, ANZ, and AS audits.
• Participate in and support process improvements, including Kaizen, 5S, and other lean initiatives.

• Act as the local point of contact for assigned customer accounts, assisting with service updates and issue resolution.
• Help facilitate customer check‑ins, support QBRs, and attend onsite visits as needed.
• Communicate clearly with customers about service status, scheduling and technical requirements.

• Travel to customer locations (~60–80%) to support calibration activities, provide team oversight, and attend customer meetings.
• Participate in pre‑ and post‑onsite planning with team members and customers to ensure smooth execution.

• 3–5 years of calibration experience in a lab or field environment, preferably in multiple disciplines.
• Experience supervising technicians or leading small teams is highly preferred.
• Solid understanding of ISO/IEC 17025 and calibration‑related standards (ISO
  9001, AS9100, ANZ
  540.1).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work across teams and with customers.
• Proficient in calibration software, Microsoft Office, and service management tools (e.g., Gage, FSM, Cal Web, Dynamics).
• Ability to travel up to 80%.

• Certified or formally trained in specific calibration disciplines (e.g., electrical, dimensional, pressure).
• Experience leading or participating in 5S or Kaizen events.
• Familiarity with metrology concepts and measurement uncertainty.
• Experience supporting multi‑site operations or large customer accounts.

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