Gage Calibration Technician - 1st Shift

JobSquad; Glendale Heights (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401k plan

Job summary

JobSquad is seeking a Gage Calibration Technician to support calibration schedules for quality measurement tools at our Glendale Heights, IL site. The role focuses on accurate calibration per print requirements and collaboration with engineering and quality teams.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma with 5+ years in gage calibration, familiarity with GD&T and calibration management software, and the ability to read complex blueprints.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to read engineering drawings, blueprints and GD&T specifications.
• Demonstrates proficiency with calibration procedures and quality control measures.
• Able to interpret and apply print requirements to calibration work.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in measurement and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Identify gages due for calibration using Gage Trak software.
• Calibrate tools to print requirements using indicators, height masters, sine plates and gage blocks.
• Record results and coordinate with engineering and quality teams for return to production.
• Maintain clean, organized workspace and adhere to 5S practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T knowledge

Quality collaboration

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Gage Track

Job description

The JobSquad Solutions Team is currently looking for a Gage Calibration Technician to work at a company located in the Glendale Heights, IL area!

Job Title: Gage Calibration Technician

Job Location: Glendale Heights, IL 60139

Pay for Job + Benefits Salary: $23-$28 per hour

Schedule: 7:00am-4:00pm Monday-Friday

Job Description

The Gage Calibration Technician is responsible for ensuring conformance to established calibration schedules for all tools related to quality measurement. While doing this task, achieving quality, cost and delivery objectives for assigned projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Identify and locate gages due for calibration using Gage Trak calibration management software.


• Strong ability to interpret Engineering drawings/ blueprints / GD&T specifications required.


• Calibrate unique tools to print requirements utilizing dial test indicators, height masters, sine plates, gage blocks, etc.


• Record calibration results and work with engineering & quality teams to evaluate/approve return to production.


• Keep work area clean, organized, and free from clutter.


• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Minimum of 5 years of related experience in the gage calibration field.


• 1 year manufacturing experience in tight tolerance production.


• Experience with Gage Track or other calibration management software.


• Ability to work quickly and accurately in a supportive manufacturing role.


• Familiar with inspection techniques and bench gage equipment such as micrometers, dial indicators, drop gages, optical comparators, etc.


• Ability to recognize and identify discrepancies in measuring equipment, parts or inspection equipment


• Must be able to read indicators and use tools as detailed above.


• Must be able to read and interpret complex blueprints for custom gages.


• Ability to read, write, and speak English for customer, job and equipment specifications.


• Experience using measuring equipment such as caliper, micrometer, gages.


• Proficient with Microsoft Windows and Office.


• Must be able to work flexible shifts as business need dictates.


• Tool making experience, preferred.


• 5S standards experience preferred.


• Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.


• Prior experience working in aerospace manufacturing industry.

Company Benefits Offered

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Life Insurance Paid Time Off 401k Savings Plan

The JobSquad Solutions Team is made up of experts around the country. Serving our local workforce communities is our passion.

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