Calibration Technician

Dwyer Instruments, PTY; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

DwyerOmega in California is seeking an entry-level Calibration Technician to calibrate and test flow measurement products under supervision in a manufacturing setting.

The role involves setting up test rigs, collecting data, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring products meet quality and safety standards. Candidates should have basic math skills, mechanical aptitude, and familiarity with Excel.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in a manufacturing environment or demonstrated proficiency in advanced mathematics.
• Advanced classes in math, chemistry, electronics or physics at junior college level are preferred, with demonstrated math proficiency.
• Must be able to demonstrate mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Must demonstrate the ability to follow verbal and written directions and produce quality work.

Responsibilities

• Set-up test rigs by installing assembled product in various test rigs.
• Obtain verification from co-worker of correct set-up.
• Set calibration, including manual and automated flow data collection.
• Troubleshoot problems in set-up or data acquisition system and correct as appropriate.
• Monitor test results during test and verify final results.
• Set-up and run multiple test rigs when possible.
• Perform verification of co-worker test rigs.

Skills

Mathematics

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Data entry

English communication

Education

Advanced math/chemistry/electronics/physics courses

Tools

Excel

Wrenches

Screwdrivers

Job description

Description

Department: Industrial Machining

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Position Type: Hourly, RFT

About the Company:

DwyerOmega is a globally trusted leader in manufacturing innovative instrumentation solutions for the Process Measurement, Automation, Control and HVAC markets. With very strong brand recognition and high levels of customer loyalty, DwyerOmega has an unmatched reputation for providing customized solutions that meet and exceed customer needs. Our team of engineering experts help our customers select technical, and often configured, product solutions for their unique applications.

The company offers over 300,000 state-of-the-art products for process measurement and control of temperature, humidity, pressure, strain, force, flow, level, pH, conductivity, and indoor air quality, and is a recognized global leader in the digital marketing of technical products. The products that we manufacture are used to control and drive process efficiency, creating safe and sustainable environments.

At DwyerOmega, we enable our customers to improve the world – one measurement at a time. We achieve this through our unwavering commitment to technology, customer service, and overall continuous improvement. Every day, we strive to cultivate a culture of ingenuity, empowerment, accountability, adaptability, and speed.

The company’s corporate headquarters are based in Michigan City, Indiana, and Norwalk, CT with manufacturing locations and sales offices located throughout the world.

Position Summary:

The Calibration Technician performs calibration and testing of the company’s flow measurement products under the supervision of the Calibration Lab Supervisor. This entry level role is responsible for setting up test equipment, collecting and verifying data, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring products meet quality and safety standards in a manufacturing environment.

Essential Job Functions

• Set-up test rigs by installing assembled product in various test rigs.
• Obtain verification from co-worker of correct set-up.
• Set calibration, including manual and automated flow data collection.
• Troubleshoot problems in set-up or data acquisition system, correct as appropriate.
• Monitor test results during test and verify final results.
• Set-up and run simultaneous test rigs when possible.
• Perform verification of co-worker test rigs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Safety Responsibilities

• Understand and support the company’s quality policy and applicable elements of the quality management system.
• Take responsibility for reducing, eliminating, and preventing quality deficiencies, including product escapes.
• Initiate action to prevent nonconformities related to products, process, or quality systems.
• Identify quality issues and elevate concerns through appropriate channels for corrective action.
• Exercise authority and responsibility to uphold quality standards in daily work.

Quality Responsibilities

• Understand and support the Quality Policy and applicable elements of the Quality Management System relevant to assigned work areas.
• Take proactive action to reduce, eliminate, and prevent quality deficiencies, including product or process escapes.
• Initiate actions to prevent nonconformities related to products, processes, and quality systems.
• Exercise responsibility and authority to identify quality concerns and elevate issues for timely resolution within the quality system.

Communication

• Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain professional, constructive, and collaborative working relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Requirements

Essential/Preferred Skills:

• 1 or more years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment or demonstrated proficiency in advanced mathematics will be considered in lieu of experience.
• Advanced classes in math, chemistry, electronics or physics typically obtained at a junior college level is preferred, with demonstrated proficiency in math.
• Must be able to demonstrate a mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Must demonstrate ability to follow verbal and written directions/work instructions, and produce quality work while maintaining focus and sense of urgency.
• Must be computer literate and able to demonstrate ability to use excel as well as ability to perform data input.
• Must be able to use tools such as wrenches and screwdrivers.

Work Conditions and Physical Requirements:

This position requires sitting 50% of the time. Standing and walking are required up to 50% of the time. Manual dexterity required in skills for typing, using wrenches, screwdrivers, or other similar tools up to 5% of the time. Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

At DwyerOmega, we’re committed to fair, transparent compensation. All U.S. job postings include a good-faith salary range that reflects the role, location, experience, and internal equity. We encourage open conversations about pay and are happy to discuss compensation at any stage of the hiring process.