Calibration Lead

Sea-Bird Electronics, Inc.; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 108,885,504 - 114,616,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits: medical

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Professional onboarding and career-co

Job summary

Sea-Bird Scientific in Bellevue, Washington is seeking a Calibration Lead to oversee calibration operations, mentor technicians, and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing.

Candidates should have an associate degree in a technical field and at least 4 years in calibration or instrumentation, with ISO quality systems and measurement uncertainty experience. This is a full-time, onsite day shift role.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical discipline or equivalent education/experience.
• Minimum 4 years experience in calibration, instrumentation, manufacturing, or related technical environments.
• Experience with ISO quality management and regulated manufacturing.
• Strong attention to detail and understanding of measurement uncertainty.

Responsibilities

• Lead calibration operations and mentor technicians.
• Perform advanced calibrations and analyze results.
• Coordinate daily workflow and support onboarding.
• Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, and R&D.

Education

Associate degree in a technical discipline or equivalent education/experience

Minimum of 4 years experience in calibration, instrumentation, manufacturing, or related technical environments

Tools

Calibration equipment (deadweight testers, pressure vessels, calibration baths, ovens, chillers)

Proprietary software for documentation

Job description

Sea-Bird Scientific Calibration Lead

Location: Bellevue, Washington. Full-time, onsite day shift (Monday - Friday). This role reports to the Production Supervisor and is responsible for leading calibration operations, mentoring technicians, and driving continuous improvement across the manufacturing organization.

Responsibilities

Technical Expertise & Calibration Execution: Perform advanced calibrations on a broad range of instrumentation and sensor technologies using established procedures and industry best practices. Operate and maintain calibration equipment including manual and hydraulic deadweight testers, pressure vessels, calibration baths, ovens, chillers, and specialized test and measurement equipment. Independently analyze calibration results, troubleshoot complex issues, and utilize proprietary software for documentation.

Technical Leadership: Coordinate daily workflow, provide coaching and mentorship to technicians, support onboarding, reinforce best practices, and serve as trusted technical advisor.

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, and throughput; lead Kaizen events; investigate root causes and implement corrective actions; collaborate across functions to resolve production challenges.

Collaboration & Communication: Partner with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Technical Support, and R&D teams; communicate priorities, technical issues, and risks; serve as a backup resource for departmental leadership.

Essential Requirements

• Associate degree in a technical discipline or equivalent education/experience.
• Minimum of 4 years experience in calibration, instrumentation, manufacturing, or related technical environments.
• Experience with ISO, quality management, or regulated manufacturing (asset).
• Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement experience (asset).
• Experience supporting cross‑functional engineering or R&D initiatives (asset).
• Formal technical training, certifications, or advanced coursework in instrumentation, electronics, or calibration (asset).
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Advanced troubleshooting and diagnostic skills; strong understanding of measurement uncertainty, data interpretation, and process control.
• Excellent project prioritization, time management, interpersonal and communication capabilities.
• Ability to identify systemic issues and recommend sustainable process improvements.

Physical Demands

The role requires sufficient visual acuity and manual dexterity to manipulate small components. Employees must frequently walk, climb, balance, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and use hands to handle, feel, or operate tools. Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds and/or frequent lifting up to 20 pounds. Exposure to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, dust, chemicals, extreme temperatures, and loud noise is possible. Appropriate PPE such as eye, hearing, respiratory protection, smock, steel‑toe shoes, gloves, and face shields will be required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits: medical, dental, vision.
• 401(k) plan with company match starting Day 1.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Professional onboarding, training options, and career coaching.

Compensation

Salary range: $38.00 - $40.00 per hour (may vary based on experience, qualifications, and other factors). The position is eligible for bonus pay.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Veralto Corporation and all Veralto Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities. For more information, see the EEO poster.