Calibration Technician

Acumed; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Acumed LLC is seeking a Calibration Technician to oversee monthly calibration, issue gauges, and coordinate calibration with internal and external sources. You will operate CMMs and maintain calibration records to meet ISO 13485 and 17025 standards.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, GD&T, and MS Office for reporting; you will support audits and maintain a clean, organized work area on site in Hillsboro, OR.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two or more years CMM programming experience.
• 3+ years of experience on a manufacturing team with machinists and engineers.
• Understanding of ISO and FDA regulations as they relate to calibration and audits.
• Intermediate knowledge of machining processes and procedures.
• Intermediate knowledge of mechanical tolerance and GD&T.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and perform In-house calibration of various measuring instruments including calibrating instruments and troubleshooting to resolve issues.
• Purchase and issue new gauges with gauge ID numbers for use by Acumed personnel.
• Schedule calibration services with approved external suppliers and communicate with them for documentation and other services; create purchase orders with calibration or gauge suppliers as required.
• Transport equipment and gauges to the appropriate calibration source.
• Identify and report non-conforming gauges as required.
• Review and sign calibration certificates prior to releasing gauges into service.
• Maintain information and equipment records, such as calibration certificates.
• Provide subject matter expertise and/or calibration documentation during audits.
• Maintain work area cleanliness and organization at all times.
• Perform general maintenance of inspection equipment as required.
• Assists in the set-up and operation of CMM to inspect parts for conformance to applicable standards.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMM setup & operation

MS Office

Job description

Acumed LLC

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Job Scope

The Calibration Technician is responsible for overseeing the completion of monthly calibration. Responsibilities include issuing new gauges, organizing gauges in multiple locations, transporting gauges to appropriate calibration sources, and issuing gauge non-conformances for out of tolerance gauges. The Calibration Technician performs in-house calibration using hand tools, inspection machines, and CMM and establish a monthly calibration schedule. Calibrations conform to ISO 13485 and 17025 requirements for gauges. The Calibration Technician ensures that mechanical and analytical measuring equipment meet industry standards.

Shift: Monday - Thursday, 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Responsibilities

• Oversee and perform In-house calibration of various measuring instruments including calibrating instruments and troubleshooting to resolve issues
• Purchase and issue new gauges with gauge ID numbers for use by Acumed personnel
• Schedule calibration services with approved external suppliers and communicate with them for documentation and other services; create purchase orders with calibration or gauge suppliers as required
• Transport equipment and gauges to the appropriate calibration source
• Identify and report non-conforming gauges as required
• Review and sign calibration certificates prior to releasing gauges into service
• Maintain information and equipment records, such as calibration certificates
• Provide subject matter expertise and/or calibration documentation during audits
• Maintain work area cleanliness and organization at all times
• Perform general maintenance of inspection equipment as required
• Assists in the set-up and operation of CMM to inspect parts for conformance to applicable standards

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Two or more years CMM programming experience
• 3+ years of experience working on a manufacturing team with machinists and engineers
• Understanding of ISO and FDA regulations as they relate to calibration and audits
• Intermediate knowledge of machining processes and procedures
• Intermediate knowledge of mechanical tolerance and GD&T
• Intermediate knowledge and understanding of Quality concepts and Quality Control tools
• Ability to use and maintain precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, gage pins, optical comparators, and other inspection equipment
• Prior experience calibrating and troubleshooting Starrett comparators highly preferred
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and specifications related to manufactured products
• Ability to handle multiple projects and priorities
• Strong organizational skills – maintain an organized, neat clean work environment
• Proficient with MS Office, ability to create and document test reports and use Excel to perform statistical analysis
• Ability to read and speak English sufficiently to read work instructions, specifications and procedures and complete all documentation

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.