Calibration Technician: Precision QC for Manufacturing

Danfoss GmbH; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

annual bonus

paid vacation

pension plans

personal insurance

Job summary

Danfoss is seeking a Calibration Technician in Tallahassee, FL, to ensure accuracy of measuring systems used in manufacturing. You will perform calibration, maintain equipment records, and coordinate with ISO 17025-certified vendors to keep inspection tools within specification.

You’ll monitor calibration KPIs, troubleshoot nonconforming gauges, support NCRs, and work with cross‑functional teams to sustain quality and operational excellence across production lines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 3 to 5 years of experience in calibration, quality, inspection, manufacturing, or a related technical environment.
• Hands-on experience using precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and other inspection tools.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and a basic understanding of GD&T.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and email, along with experience maintaining equipment records or databases.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform calibration, maintenance, and verification of measuring and test equipment, gauges, tools, and fixtures used throughout manufacturing operations.
• Manage calibration schedules and coordinate external calibration services with ISO 17025-certified vendors, ensuring compliance and timely completion.
• Monitor and maintain calibration KPIs, proactively identifying risks, escalating overdue or out-of-tolerance equipment, and supporting corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate calibration records, process purchasing requisitions and purchase orders, and support compliance with internal quality requirements and external standards.
• Troubleshoot, adjust, repair, or disposition damaged or nonconforming gauges, while supporting investigations, NCR generation, and containment activities related to calibration failures.

Skills

Calibration experience

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Independent working

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Height gauges

Job description

Danfoss is seeking a Calibration Technician in Tallahassee, FL, to ensure accuracy of measuring systems used in manufacturing. You will perform calibration, maintain equipment records, and coordinate with ISO 17025-certified vendors to keep inspection tools within specification.

You’ll monitor calibration KPIs, troubleshoot nonconforming gauges, support NCRs, and work with cross‑functional teams to sustain quality and operational excellence across production lines.