Mid Shift Calibration Technician

United Alloy Inc; Quincy (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in metal fabrication is seeking a Calibration Technician to ensure the health of the Calibration System. Responsibilities include calibrating production gauges, managing the calibration system, and supporting the Quality Department. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail and communication skills, with a high school diploma or GED required.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision

Generous PTO and Vacation policy

401(k) with company match

Bonus opportunities

Paid training

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of metrology experience preferred.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all gauges for production are calibrated and not past due.
• Manage the calibration system and perform routine calibration activities.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Measurement Equipment

Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs)

Job description

United Alloy (UA) is the leading brand when to comes to metal fabrication and powder coating. UA produces the highest quality leak-proof metal fuel tanks, reservoirs, skids, frames, chassis, trailers, heavy metal fabrications, and complex weldments. At UA, our culture produces actively engaged people with sustainable results: safety, quality, productivity, and profitability. Each employee acts with a sense of ownership, takes initiative to problem solve, and is committed to the company’s mission, their team, and themselves.

In addition to our ISO 9001:2008 certification, UA has been recognized as a WBENC woman/minority owned business. While we’re proud of these distinctions, one credential stands above all others: our extensive list of long-term satisfied Fortune 500 OEM customers.

Job Description:Under the leadership of the Quality Manager, the primary role of a Calibration Technician is to ensure the overall health of the Calibration System. A Calibration Technician will ensure that all gauges used for production purposes are calibrated, in the calibration system and not past due for calibration all while making sure to support the day to day needs of Quality Teammates and the overall Quality Department. The right candidate must be considered actively engaged and embrace United Alloy’s Character and Culture vision.

Shift: Mid Shift; Monday - Thursday. Mandatory overtime on Fridays when needed, voluntary overtime on Saturday when needed.

Reports To: Quality Manager

Benefits: In addition to excellent starting wages, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package as well as numerous perks.

• Medical, dental and vision
• Generous PTO and Vacation policy
• 401(k) with company match
• Bonus opportunities
• Paid training
• 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift Available.
• Shift premium for 2nd and 3rd Shift.
• Identification, reporting, troubleshooting, and repair of nonconforming product.
• Manage the calibration system including adding new gauge types, new calibration requirements and any other modifications to the program as required.
• Perform and coordinate the timely execution of routine and non-routine calibration activities associated with current general methods and procedures on production and facility instrumentation.
• Calibrate equipment using manual or automated procedures, with the ability to substitute standards to complete the calibration.
• Procure gauges as requested by various departments as needs for calibrated equipment arise. Includes investigating new gauging, performing GR&R (Gauge Repeatability & Reproducibility) or full MSA (Measurement System Analysis) as applicable, gathering quotes, creating purchase order requisitions and ensuring new gauging is properly added to the calibration system.
• Evaluate and update calibration work instructions, procedures or processes.
• Ensure the calibration status of all measuring and critical manufacturing equipment.
  • The expectation is that there will not be any gauges past due and that gauges are calibrated at least one week ahead of the calibration due date.
• Coordinate calibration of equipment by 3 rd parties as needed by coordinating onsite visits or sending gauging out for calibration.
• Perform incoming inspections of new products and customer returns as needed.
• Assist Quality Auditors and other functions of the Quality Department as needed.
• Adherence to the Quality Policy and expectations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
• 2-3 years of metrology experience preferred.
• Functional experience and use of measurement equipment (Tape measure, Caliper, Protractor, etc.…).
• Experience with Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) a plus.
• Must be willing and able to be flexible on hours when needed to cover for the 1st and 2nd shift Calibration Technicians.
• The individual must have a solid understanding of metal fabrication concepts and processes.
• The individual must possess a keen sense of attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to determine material types and gauges.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints.
• Must be able to navigate in a Windows based computer environment utilizing Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, and Word).
• 12 Expected Behaviors of Actively Engaged Person – 100% Responsible, Trustworthy, Team Player, Clear Communicator, Empathy, Humility, Emotional Self-Control, Resolves Conflict Directly, Positive Attitude, Respects Others, Problem Solver, and Agile.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, twist, stoop, pull, push, assemble, and carry for extended periods of time. Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly, frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with an assist.

Work Environment: Ability to perform in a manufacturing environment that may have high noise levels, dust, chemicals, oil, and grease. Ability to work in an environment that may be either hot, cold, or humid.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.