We have an open cal tech position in Minneapolis, Minnesota with Medtronic, Inc. a global medical device manufacturer with an internal cal lab.
If interested go to our company website and apply on line:
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Job number is 81844.
Walter
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Position Description
A mid-level non-exempt, technical position providing calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of test and measurement equipment in research, development, and manufacturing environments to FDA and ISO requirements.
Medtronic seeks candidates who will meet our customer expectations by striving without reserve for the greatest possible reliability and quality in our products, processes and systems by being accountable, having a voice, and taking action.
Position Responsibilities
- Perform job functions under limited supervision in laboratory, production area, clean room, and test environments. May require travel to off-site locations up to 60 miles. May require travel outside of Minnesota up to 10% of time.
- Perform calibrations and measurements traceable to the International System of Units (SI) using appropriate reference standards. Test and measurement equipment range from general-purpose physical and dimensional equipment to custom built sterilizer systems. Disciplines comprise: Mass, Temperature, Humidity, Vacuum, Length, Optics, Pressure, Dimensional Metrology, Force, and Flow.
- Work with data acquisition and validation equipment, i.e. process control equipment/controllers, chart recorders, DC Analog/Signal Conditioners, and transducers.
- Create and modify calibration procedures by determining metrology requirements from manufacturer's manuals, laboratory methods, or system requirements.
- Enter calibration results into calibration tracking/documentation computer system.
- Work with equipment users, engineers, and other technicians in the proper operation and selection of test and measurement equipment.
- Troubleshoot and repair test and measurement equipment in support of new projects.
- Provide on-site calibration support for equipment that is either too sensitive to move or is too large and not feasible to relocate.
- Work overtime when necessary to support high priority requests or meet project goals.
Basic Qualifications
Experience with advanced physical and dimensional calibrations.
Work experience with data acquisition and validation equipment.
Experience with calibration tracking/documentation software systems.
EDUCATION REQUIRED:
Two year trade school, college, or military training in calibration and metrology.
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
+5 years of experience in physical/measurement calibration and metrology
Desired/Preferred Qualifications
- ASQ Certified Calibration Technician.
- Strong math and physics background.
- Familiar with these regulations: FDA 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, ISO 10012, and ISO 17025.
- Working knowledge of Geo-metric Dimensioning and Tolerancing techniques.
- Working knowledge of medical device products and manufacturing methods.
- Working knowledge of automated calibration software procedures using LabWindows or similar environment.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) and Windows OS.
- Work style characteristics: organized, efficient, process oriented, self-motivated, team player, strong work ethic, works well under pressure, tactful and professional presentation.
- Possess a valid State Driver's License.
Physical Job Requirements
- Lift 50 pounds to a workbench under ideal conditions (NIOSH).
- ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES
* Chemical/Solvents
* Clean Room
* Eye Protection
* Ethylene Oxide (EtO)
* Bend/Stoop/Kneel/Lift - 1 hr a day
* Stand/Sit/Walk - 7 hrs a day
- The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description 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.