DOD SkillBridge Calibration Technician

ZipRecruiter; Springboro (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization where you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy of measurement equipment. As a Calibration Technician, you'll apply your knowledge of measurement science and electronics to calibrate various inspection and test equipment. This position offers a dynamic work environment, where you will tackle complex tasks and contribute to high-quality standards in a laboratory setting. With excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact while advancing their career. If you are motivated and detail-oriented, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Vacation

Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of calibration experience required.
• Understanding of basic statistics and general math functions.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate inspection and measurement equipment across various disciplines.
• Maintain calibration standards and perform maintenance on precision equipment.
• Prepare calibration reports and certificates.

Skills

Mathematics

Technical Writing

Troubleshooting

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

THIS POSITION IS FOR ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY CANDIDATES ONLY
The Department of Defense SkillBridge program is an opportunity for service members to gain valuable civilian work experience during their last 180 days. SkillBridge connects service members with companies in providing real-world job experiences.

Position Overview

The Calibration Technician C will apply knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, physics, and electronics to calibrate inspection, measurement, and test equipment in the Acoustical, Chemical, Dimensional, DC/Low Frequency, RF/Microwave, Fluid, Mechanical, Optical, Thermodynamics, and Time & Frequency disciplines to ensure measurement accuracy. The Calibration Technician C will identify and utilize appropriate manual and automated measurement procedures.

This position will normally receive no instruction on work, applying job skills and company policies and procedures to complete a wide range of difficult tasks, and working on assignments that are moderately complex in nature where judgment is required in resolving problems and making routine recommendations. The Calibration Technician C will perform laboratory housekeeping and may perform some administrative duties. The Calibration Technician C may be asked to report opinions and interpretations.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Calibrate inspection, measurement, and test equipment (IM&TE) in one or more of the following disciplines – Acoustical, Chemical, Dimensional, DC/Low Frequency, RF/Microwave, Fluid, Mechanical, Optical, Thermodynamics, and Time & Frequency, in order to ensure compliance with published specifications.
• Maintain primary and/or intrinsic calibration standards.
• Maintain secondary and/or working calibration standards.
• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of precision equipment.
• Develop calibration procedures and methods, according to detailed specifications, blueprints, drawings, and other technical requirements.
• Collect, compile, measure, summarize, and record data gathered during calibration.
• Identify IM&TE out-of-tolerance conditions and perform corrective action via adjustments, component replacement, correction factors, etc.
• Identify and correct measurement errors, as applicable.
• Prepare calibration reports and certificates.
• Adapt existing calibration equipment, standards, and techniques to accomplish unique measurements tasks for which they are not principally used.
• Perform uncertainty evaluation and analysis for measurement standards and associated measurement processes.
• Train subordinates in calibration concepts and procedures.
• Interact with other technicians, Customer Service Representatives, Account Managers, and customers.
• Other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to perform general math and algebra functions.
• Understanding of Basic Statistics.
• Must possess good written and oral communication skills.
• Technical writing ability.
• Intermediate ability to troubleshoot, repair, align, and optimize precision equipment.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Proficient in use of MS Word and Excel.
• Minimum three years of calibration experience, some of which can be offset with formal metrology training.
• Knowledge of Quality Management system (ISO 9001, ISO 17025 and ANSI Z540).
• Must have great interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong attention to details.
• Must be a self-motivator, work as a team player, and follow written procedures.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds without assistance.
• Occasional standing and bending are required.

Working Environment

Works primarily in a laboratory or manufacturing environment at a SIMCO location and/or customer sites. Travel may be required to other domestic and possibly international locations.

What We Offer

• Full-Time, non-exempt position.
• Excellent benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching, employee-funded pre-tax health, child care spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement.
• Vacation, sick and paid holidays.

SIMCO provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, SIMCO complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

To all recruitment agencies: SIMCO Electronics does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, SIMCO Electronics employees or any other company location. SIMCO Electronics is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.