Precision Gauge Calibration Specialist

Tenneco Inc.; Burlington (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenneco in Burlington, IA is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to manage gauge calibration and measurement-record activities in our manufacturing environment. You will ensure gauges and inspection equipment remain accurate, reliable, traceable, and suitable for use, supporting product conformity to engineering specs and customer requirements.

Responsibilities include calibrating gauges, maintaining records, identifying out-of-tolerance equipment, and assisting with investigations and

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical-equivalent education required or preferred.
• 1–2 years in quality assurance, gauge calibration, metrology, or related manufacturing discipline preferred.
• Experience with precision measuring instruments and calibration documentation desirable.
• Familiarity with calibration records, traceability, and quality-management system requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform and coordinate calibration, verification, and functional checks of gauges and measuring instruments.
• Maintain accurate inventory of equipment, calibration status, due dates, and records.
• Verify measurement accuracy and traceability per established specifications and procedures.
• Identify, document, label, and remove out-of-tolerance equipment; coordinate corrective actions.
• Support investigations to assess product impact and contain potentially affected lots.
• Maintain calibration records, certificates, histories, and audit-ready documentation.
• Provide technical support on gauge usage, handling, and care; participate in continuous improvement.

Skills

Gauge calibration

Measurement instruments

Calibration documentation

Quality system requirements

Attention to detail

Communication and teamwork

Education

Associate degree in technical field

Job description

Tenneco in Burlington, IA is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to manage gauge calibration and measurement-record activities in our manufacturing environment. You will ensure gauges and inspection equipment remain accurate, reliable, traceable, and suitable for use, supporting product conformity to engineering specs and customer requirements.

Responsibilities include calibrating gauges, maintaining records, identifying out-of-tolerance equipment, and assisting with investigations and