Calibration & Metrology Specialist

OTTO Engineering, Inc.; Carpentersville (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OTTO Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Calibration & Metrology Specialist to lead OTTO's calibration program and support inspection activities to ensure product quality and measurement integrity.

You will oversee internal and external calibrations, maintain records, perform inspections using CMMs, surface plates, optical and mechanical systems, and participate in audits and continuous improvement efforts. Collaboration with quality teams is essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
• Experience with calibration, inspection, and metrology.
• Familiarity with GD&T and measurement standards (AS9100/ISO).

Responsibilities

• Manage OTTO's calibration program, scheduling and record maintenance.
• Perform calibration activities and document results to verify measurement accuracy.
• Perform inspections (CMMs, surface plate, optical/mechanical systems) and support quality system initiatives.
• Assist in audits, MRBs, MSA, and continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Surface plate inspections

GD&T

Inspection & Metrology

Education

Associate degree in a technical field

Tools

CMM equipment

Surface plate

Measurement tools

Job description

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13575778

Calibration & Metrology Specialist

Why join OTTO Engineering?

• At OTTO, we dont just manufacture products - we engineer high quality, **mission-critical precision controls solutions, communications accessories, and precision tooling** for some of the most demanding markets in the world.
• As a core value, **we focus on delivering for our customers**
  

through innovative technology, superior quality, value, and responsiveness as a result, **our growth continues**!

• Employees are our greatest asset, which is why **we share our companys profits** to celebrate our collective success.
• As a privately-owned company, **we are proud to invest significantly in our community and in our own growth, focusing on long-term business success**. -
• We are proudly American**! **Youll love our Quality Control Team!** Joining the QC department means becoming part of a team built on real camaraderie and shared pride in our work. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly, but when its time to focus, we come together and get things done. Youll find plenty of opportunities to grow and learn. And yes, our **monthly team breakfasts** are a highlight, along with the everyday moments of laughter, support, and teamwork that make this group feel like a community. Its a department with personality, purpose, and people who genuinely enjoy working for OTTO Engineering! **Specifically, we are seeking experience with**
• Surface plate layout inspections
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• Precision measurement equipment, including micrometers, calipers, indicators, thread gages, optical equipment, and related tools ```{=html}
  

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• ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• AS9100, ISO 9001, AS9102, and ISO/IEC 17025 requirements Our **Calibration & Metrology Specialist** is responsible for managing OTTO\'s calibration program and supporting inspection activities to ensure product quality, compliance, and measurement integrity. This role oversees internal and external calibration activities, maintains calibration standards and records, performs inspections to verify product conformance, and supports quality system initiatives, continuous improvement efforts, and audit readiness. The **Calibration & Metrology Specialist** will**:** **Calibration Management**
• Manage OTTO\'s calibration program, including scheduling, record maintenance, calibration interval tracking, and coordination of internal and external calibration activities.
• Perform calibration activities, including verification of measurement accuracy, documentation of results, and maintenance of calibration status identification.
• Coordinate the shipment, receipt, and tracking of equipment requiring external calibration or repair.
• Maintain calibration procedures, standards, records, and associated documentation.
• Review calibration certificates for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable requirements.
• Investigate out-of-tolerance conditions and support corrective action activities related to measurement systems and gaging.
• Support internal, customer, and third-party audits related to calibration and quality systems. **Inspection & Metrology**
• Perform incoming, in-process, final, and first article inspections using appropriate inspection methods and equipment, including CMMs, surface plate, optical, and mechanical measurement systems.
• Operate and support programming of Coordinate Measuring Machines
  

(CMMs).

• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements to verify product conformance.
• Complete inspection reports and related documentation accurately and in a timely manner. **Quality System Support**
• Support quality system activities including Material Review Board
  

(MRB) processes, Material Rejection Reports (MRRs), internal audits,
Measurement System Analysis (MSA), and Gage R&R studies.

• Assist in maintaining compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, and ISO
  

14001 requirements.

• Provide training and guidance related to calibration, inspection, and measurement practices.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and process effectiveness.
• Manage multiple priorities effectively to ensure timely completion of calibration and inspection activities. ```{=html}
  

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• Assist with other related duties as required or assigned*.* **About you**
• What youll bring to the table: Associate degree in a technical field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum