Calibration Technician

New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc; Peterborough (NH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc. is seeking a skilled Gage Calibration Technician to support assigned division with technical and non-technical issues.

You will perform gage calibration, instrument repair, tooling maintenance, and maintain disciplined records to ensure quality standards. Responsibilities include repairing handheld gages, maintaining air tooling, qualifying new tooling, and using systems like Gage Track and Labmaster to verify components and calibrations.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of two (2) years manufacturing experience preferred.
• Minimum of 1 full year of relevant calibrations experience.
• Ability to maintain necessary records; work is subject to audited inspections.

Responsibilities

• Repair and calibration of handheld gaging tools.
• Maintenance of air tooling (West ern gages, Federal, air rings and mandrels).
• Qualification of new tooling and verification on system.
• Maintain calibration records (Gage Trak).
• Perform basic mechanical gage maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Support labmaster activities for masters, tooling and calibrations.

Skills

Gage calibration

Troubleshooting

Documentation/record keeping

6S housekeeping

Read mechanical drawings

Mathematical calculations

Train others

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Gage Track

Labmaster

Wolseley ordering system

Mahr box

Job description

Job Summary

Support assigned division with technical and non-technical issues. Provide gage calibrations, technical support, troubleshooting, creation and maintenance of masters/standards, disciplined record keeping, resolving complex metrology repairs, and the ordering, inspection and maintenance of tooling.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Proficiency in the following tasks is required:

• Handheld gaging repair and calibration
• Air tooling maintenance (Western gages, Federal, air rings and mandrels)
• New Tooling Qualification (Verify dimensions and make active on system)
• Gage Track
• Basic Computerized gaging maintenance (tip replacement, attached printer maintenance, etc.)
• Computerized gaging troubleshoot/repair and calibration
• Calibration Record Keeping (Paper copies filed, Gage Trak)
• Labmaster (Making new masters and qualifying new tooling, all calibrations)
• Functional Checks
• Assembly Tooling maintenance and calibration
• Assembly gage troubleshoot/repair and calibration
• Mechanical Gage tooling repair (Track tip ball replacement, endshake gage magnet replacement)
• Lapped Plate changeouts and calibration
• Mahr box repair/calibration
• Transducer repair/calibration
• Microscope maintenance
• All aspects of Jo Blocks (Cleaning, sending out for calibration, verifying quality on Labmaster)

• Maintain a neat and organized work area, following 6S as guideline

Job Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of mechanical gage prints/parts and the ability to order new gages/parts through Tool Room
• Proficiency or ability to gain proficiency with the Wolseley ordering system
• Ability to train others as assigned
• Ability to communicate with Team Lead, Engineer, Manufacturing & Quality personnel as required, in a timely and professional manner
• Ability to read and understand complex written and verbal instructions
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations (ex. addition, subtraction, etc.) and an understanding of the decimal system
• Maintain necessary records; work is subject to audited inspections

Education and Experience

• HS Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of two (2) years manufacturing experience preferred
• Minimum of 1 full year of relevant calibrations experience

Physical Requirements

• Physical job requirements may include standing, walking, use of a microscope, use of hands to assemble and or carry out job functions as well as sitting, lifting, carrying, bending and stooping during the course of the job.

Vision requirements

• Near Vision: Minimum requirement shall be Snellen 14/18 (20/25 or better) or Jaeger type 1 or 2 at 12 inches or greater; Ortho-Rated 8 or equivalent, in at least one eye, either corrected or uncorrected.
• Color Vision: Average or normal (4 of 6 responses on Titmus, B+L, or American Optical testing machine or a satisfactory response when checked with an Ishihara or Pseudoiscromatic plate).

Disclaimer: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time. The job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the Company may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time. The above lists all of the essential functions, education, experience, skills and abilities required. Employees must also demonstrate good interpersonal skills, attitude and professionalism, acceptable attendance and work behaviors.

NHBB is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc. (NHBB) is a leading manufacturer of precision bearings and complex bearing assemblies for the aerospace, defense, medical, dental, and high technology markets. Founded in Peterborough, NH in 1946, our almost 8 decades of success are rooted in our commitment to the safety, health and wellness of our employees, and partnerships with our customers, suppliers and the communities that surround us.