Calibration Technician

W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc is seeking a Calibration Technician in Flagstaff, Arizona. The role involves calibrating and maintaining industrial equipment and requires a related technical degree or equivalent experience. Successful candidates will enjoy benefits starting Day 1 and potential career growth in a diverse workplace.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits on Day 1

Associate Stock Ownership Plan

Profit-sharing opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-year technical degree or 4 years' experience in calibration.
• Demonstrated knowledge of calibration regulations and standards.
• Proficiency with inspection and measurement equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform calibrations on manufacturing and lab equipment.
• Support quality compliance and training expectations.
• Work collaboratively across teams to maximize efficiency.

Skills

Calibration

Measurement Science

Communication Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Electronic and Mechanical Proficiency

Education

2-year technical degree

CCT (Certified Calibration Technician) Accreditation

Tools

Process Calibrators

Computerized Maintenance Management Systems

Job description

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About the Role: We are looking for a Calibration Technician to join our team in Flagstaff, Arizona who will calibrate
manufacturing, R&D, and supporting infrastructure equipment. Standard work hours are Monday – Friday, 6:00
a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

This role will be located at our facility in Flagstaff, Arizona.

Please note that evening, night and weekend shift positions are eligible for an additional $2/hour shift differential pay (in California, the shift differential pay is $2.40/hour).
Medical, Dental and Vision benefits effective on Day 1 of employment!

Responsibilities:

• Perform calibrations of equipment in manufacturing, R&D, and supporting infrastructure environments (will require significant time working in clean rooms).
• Apply measurement science knowledge to diagnose, calibrate, and test measurement equipment in the electrical stimulation, time, temperature, flow, etc. to ensure measurement system integrity.
• Proactively identifying and communicating calibration concerns or improvements (observations, drift, SOP’s) to engineering,maintenance, and QA teams.
• Work within an established quality system consistent with regulated industries andmeeting documented procedural requirements.
• Work with multiple teams across the division including production, skilled trades, and technical associates with the dual purpose of maximizing schedule efficiency and minimizing impact to manufacturing.
• Perform and document calibrations according to established procedures.
• Maintain compliance with training expectations as required for this position.
• Support additional responsibilities as required within the scope of the position.

Required Qualifications:

• A related 2-year technical degreeor a minimum of 4 years' equivalent experience repairing, maintaining, and calibrating industrial/ laboratory equipment OR CCT (Certified Calibration Technician) Accreditation through ASQ (American Society for Quality)
• Demonstrated experience working within a quality system or regulated business and ability to adhere to detailed written procedures.
• Demonstrated knowledge of calibration related regulations, standards, and guidance documents (e.g., 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, NIST, etc.)
• Demonstrated electronic and mechanical proficiency in calibrating, repairing, and maintaining industrial or laboratory equipment such as manufacturing equipment, logic control systems, pneumatics, electromechanical mechanisms, and drives.
• Demonstrated proficiency with the functions and use of various inspection, measurement, and test equipment (e.g., process calibrators, timers, RF , etc.).
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer programs such as computerized calibration /maintenance management systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Demonstrated oral & written communication skills with ability to complete tasks both independently and as a team member, while working towards team established goals.
• Ability to work weekends and off-hours to meet customer needs.
• Ability to work at heights of at least 15 feet and liftup to 50 lbs.
• Ability to travel up to 5%

Desired Qualifications:

• Successful completion of PMEL training
• Experience with Uncertainty Budgets, Test Uncertainty Ratios and Test Accuracy Ratios

What We Offer: Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.

We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for “profit-sharing”. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits

We believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workplace. With diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences, we uncover new possibilities and make a greater impact in the world. We are proud of Associates for building on our rich history of innovation, upholding our values and supporting an inclusive work environment where we treat each other and our external partners with fairness, dignity and respect.

Gore is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applications irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a covered veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.

Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws.

Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the U.S. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.

For 65 years, Gore has improved lives through discovery, product innovation and rewarding careers for Associates. We push the boundaries of what's possible — not just through our products and technologies but also through individual growth and development.

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