Precision Calibration Technician — UKAS Standards

Trescal LTD; Chorley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Trescal LTD is seeking a technician to perform specialist calibration and repair operations, ensuring precision and compliance with industry standards. You will conduct testing, troubleshooting, and repairs in the laboratory, collaborating with quality and engineering teams to maintain calibration procedures and documentation.

You will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, maintain safety standards, and support on-site customer engagements.

Qualifications

• Formal engineering qualification or extensive demonstrable calibration experience.
• Good knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 and accreditation requirements.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficient with Windows-based laboratory software.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate measuring instrumentation to National UKAS standards.
• Identify productivity improvements and support efficiency projects.
• Maintain calibration records and generate calibration certificates.
• Create and audit automated and manual Calibration Procedures.
• Provide technical support to colleagues and customers as needed.
• Participate in interlaboratory measurement audits.
• Assist with internal/external audits under the quality manager.

Skills

Windows-based software

Laboratory automation software

Communication skills

Adaptable and motivated

Sustainability awareness

Education

Engineering qualification or extensive calibration experience

Job description

Trescal LTD is seeking a technician to perform specialist calibration and repair operations, ensuring precision and compliance with industry standards. You will conduct testing, troubleshooting, and repairs in the laboratory, collaborating with quality and engineering teams to maintain calibration procedures and documentation.

You will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, maintain safety standards, and support on-site customer engagements.