Calibration Technician

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Calibration Technician to join their Quality team in a dynamic Medical Device environment. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that significantly impacts project success. You'll be responsible for managing calibration processes, maintaining databases, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. If you have a passion for precision and a background in medical device manufacturing, this role provides a chance to contribute to innovative solutions that improve lives. Join a team where your expertise will make a real difference in the world of advanced medical technology.

Qualifications

• Experience with ESD equipment and electronic measurement tools.
• Knowledge of ISO standards and FDA regulations in medical devices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain calibration information database and records.
• Perform in-house calibrations and coordinate with labs.
• Assist in developing calibration procedures and analysis tools.

Skills

Medical device manufacturing experience

Equipment calibration

Strong communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Knowledge of ISO 17025

Knowledge of FDA’s Quality System Regulations

Education

Degree in engineering discipline

Tools

Digital multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Flow meters

Digital thermometers

Balances

Pressure gauges

Calipers

Micrometers

Depth gauges

Torque wrenches

Job description

Job Description

DEKA Research & Development, located in Manchester, NH, employs a team of passionate professionals who strive to design state-of-the-art technology to make the world a better place. Research, design, and development engineering make DEKA a hot spot for creating innovative solutions and advanced technologies.

DEKA R&D has an immediate opening for a Calibration Technician to work on the Quality team in a modern dynamic Medical Device Research and Development environment. This is a high visibility role with a significant impact on the schedules and success of projects.

How you will make an impact:

1. Enter measurement and test equipment into the calibration program per procedures.
2. Maintain the calibration information database with equipment specifications, accuracy, and other information relevant to the equipment calibration program.
3. Maintain Calibration History records and associated files.
4. Interact with internal personnel and contract calibration laboratories to coordinate calibrations.
5. Perform in-house calibrations following calibration procedures and documentation.
6. Initiate paperwork and notify personnel of equipment found to be out of acceptable limits or missing.
7. Gather equipment due for calibration and return upon completion.
8. Assist with the development and maintenance of in-house calibration procedures.
9. Assist with the development and maintenance of spreadsheets and formulas to aid in the analysis of calibration data.
10. Provide engineering analysis and guidance for metrology issues.
11. Ad hoc requests.

To succeed in this role, you should have the following skills and experience:

1. Medical device manufacturing experience and experience with equipment calibration including:

• ESD equipment.
• Electronic measurement equipment such as digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, flow meters, digital thermometers, balances, pressure gauges, etc.
• Mechanical measurement equipment such as calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, torque wrenches, etc.

Strong communication skills.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Knowledge of ISO 17025, ANSI/NCSL Z540-1 and -2.

Experience in a Medical device development and manufacturing environment, knowledge of FDA’s Quality System Regulations (QSR’s), ISO 13485, and other medical device industry standards.

A degree in an engineering discipline is preferred but not required.

ASQ Certified Calibration Technician is preferred but not required.