Gage Control Technician (1st Shift)

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC); Eastlake (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) seeks a detail-oriented Gage Control Technician to support our quality systems through calibration, maintenance, and control of inspection gages and measuring equipment.

This role focuses on ensuring measurement accuracy, compliance with quality standards, and uninterrupted production support. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude, excellent organizational skills, and experience with precision measurement instruments.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with quality assurance instruments, measuring equipment and inspection gages is required.
• Strong math skills including algebra are essential.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills are needed.
• Understanding of inspection layouts, measurement operations and precision instruments is required.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve the gage calibration and tracking system.
• Perform calibration and periodic layouts of gages and measuring equipment.
• Conduct gage maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs.
• Complete daily gage inspections and releases for production use.
• Perform new gage layouts, correlation studies, GR&R studies, and gage releases.
• Maintain documentation of all gage-related activities and calibrations.
• Coordinate external calibration services and vendor pickup/delivery as needed.
• Support manufacturing by ensuring measurement equipment is available and functioning.

Skills

Quality instruments familiarity

Mathematical skills (algebra)

Independent work

Mechanical aptitude

Reading blueprints

Database software

Overtime availability

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Country: United States of America

State / County: Ohio

City: Eastlake

Division: Airfoils

Company: SMP/Eastlake

Function: Quality

Workplace Type: On-Site

Position type: Full Time

Opportunity ID: 24580

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Gage Control Technician to support our manufacturing quality systems through the calibration, maintenance, and control of inspection gages and measuring equipment. This role is critical to ensuring measurement accuracy, compliance with quality standards, and uninterrupted production support. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude, excellent organizational skills, and experience working with precision measurement instruments.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM (1st Shift). Flexible scheduling available within an 8-hour workday. Training will take place on 1st Shift. Occasional weekend work (typically a few hours once per month) may be required to support an off-site calibration vendor.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and continuously improve the gage calibration and tracking system.
• Perform calibration and periodic layouts of gages and measuring equipment.
• Conduct gage maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs.
• Complete daily gage inspections and releases for production use.
• Perform new gage layouts, correlation studies, Gage Repeatability & Reproducibility (GR&R) studies, and gage releases.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all gage-related activities, including calibrations, layouts, repairs, and correlations.
• Support and implement computerized calibration tracking and control systems.
• Order and maintain department supplies as needed.
• Coordinate and manage external calibration services, including occasional pickup and delivery of gages to approved vendors.
• Support manufacturing operations by ensuring measurement equipment is available, calibrated, and functioning properly.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Familiarity with quality assurance instruments, measuring equipment, and inspection gages.
• Strong mathematical skills, including proficiency in algebra.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Understanding of inspection layout techniques, measurement operations, and precision instruments.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Working knowledge of database software and computer applications.
• Ability to work overtime as needed to support manufacturing requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to push or pull objects weighing up to 90 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout a manufacturing environment.

What You'll Bring

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• The ability to collaborate effectively across quality, engineering, and production teams.

Keywords

Gage Control Technician, Calibration Technician, Gage Calibration, Metrology, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Precision Measurement, Inspection Equipment, Measuring Instruments, Gage Maintenance, Gage Repair, Gage Tracking, Calibration Management, GR&R Studies, Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility, Correlation Studies, Layout Inspection, First Article Inspection, Blueprint Reading, Engineering Drawings, Manufacturing Quality, ISO Standards, Continuous Improvement, Data Collection, Documentation Control, Calibration Software, Database Management, Manufacturing Support, Process Control, Root Cause Analysis, Mechanical Aptitude, Preventive Maintenance, Inspection Tools, Micrometers, Calipers, Dial Indicators, Height Gages, Coordinate Measuring Equipment, Problem Solving, Technical Documentation, Production Support, Quality Systems, Statistical Analysis, Vendor Management, Teamwork, Attention to Detail, Algebra, Manufacturing Environment, Tooling, Quality Compliance, Measurement Accuracy.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.