Tech Cali 1

MKS Instruments, Inc.; Heroica Nogales; On-site; MXN 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

MKS Instruments, Inc. in Nogales, MX is seeking a Calibration Technician to perform instrument calibration, document results, and maintain records for audit and compliance.

You will inspect, test and troubleshoot instrumentation, manage calibration schedules, and ensure regulatory and internal quality standards are met, enabling reliable operations. This role offers hands-on training, collaboration across departments, and growth within a global leader in semiconductor technology.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent vocational training required.
• 0-1 year of related experience.
• Experience testing digital and/or analog systems.
• Ability to read drawings and use measurement instruments.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate instruments and equipment to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards.
• Document calibration results and maintain records for audits and compliance.
• Regularly inspect, test, and troubleshoot instrumentation to detect deviations.
• Create and manage calibration schedules to prevent downtime.
• Ensure calibration activities meet regulatory requirements and quality standards.
• Maintain and store calibration tools and equipment properly.

Skills

Reading drawings

Measurement instruments

Documentation

Education

Associate degree or equivalent vocational training

Tools

Calibration equipment

Testing instruments

Job description

A Day in Your Life at This position reports to Production Supervisor MKS:

Principal Responsibilities

• Conduct calibration of instruments and equipment to ensure accuracy and compliance with industry standards and specifications
• Document calibration results, maintaining accurate and detailed records of all calibration activities for audit and compliance purposes
• Regularly inspect, test, and troubleshoot instrumentation and equipment to detect and correct any deviations from standard performance
• Create and manage calibration schedules to ensure all equipment is calibrated at required intervals, preventing equipment downtime and maintaining operational efficiency
• Ensure all calibration activities meet regulatory requirements and internal quality standards, adhering to industry best practices and company policies
• Keep calibration tools and equipment in good working condition, ensuring they are properly stored, cleaned, and maintained
• Offer technical support and guidance to other departments and personnel regarding calibration processes, procedures, and best practices

Required Skills

• Associate degree, military technical training or their equivalent vocational training is required
• 0-1 year of related experience required
• Requires experience in testing digital and/or analog systems
• Ability to read drawings and use measurement instruments

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Perform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Regularly requires good manual dexterity and coordination
• Occasionally moves/positions objects up to [INSERT] pounds
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for [INSERT]% of the time
• Frequently positions self to perform tasks and positions objects below, at, and above shoulder level
• Regularly requires manual dexterity and coordination of objects below, at and above shoulder level
• Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand
• Must be able to exchange accurate information
• Operates in a [professional office and/or laboratory/manufacturing] environment
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
• Ability to observe documents and details at close range (within a few feet of the observer)
• Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards including handling mechanical and electrical hardware, high voltage, gas, water, and heat
• Noise level in the work environment is usually average

Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to various export control regulations. Applicants for these positions may be limited (by, for example, their countries of citizenship, country of origin, or immigration status) where required by law or governmental contact, and/or employment made contingent upon the issuance of appropriate governmental licensing. MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business. MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

At MKS, it's all about courage, big ideas, and a serious passion for innovation. Winning here is about exploring possibilities, taking action, and solving our customers’ toughest challenges. It's not just a job – it's what you make of it. While you shape your role and make it unique, we invest in you with on-the-job and formal training, as well as educational assistance. Curiosity is key at MKS - ask questions, own your path. Our success comes from celebrating the unique skills, diverse perspectives, and lived experience of employees from over 100 countries. The goal is to make sure that everyone feels that they belong. Diversity isn't just a nice-to-have; making sure everyone feels included is a big deal for us.

Our group of ~10,000 employees serves semiconductor manufacturing, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial markets. With over 3,800 patents, our products are enabling advancements in 5G, renewable energy & storage, artificial intelligence, cloud technology, and big data. We're the behind-the-scenes support for some amazing technology. MKS Inc., enables technologies that transform our world. MKS Inc, Product Overview