Job Summary:
Technicians will perform routine calibrations of low to mid level instruments in the calibration laboratory and where necessary, at customer's locations (on-site). The calibration disciplines cover the areas of force, pressure, torque, mass, temperature, infrared thermometry, humidity, chemical, dimensional, accelerometry, noise, vibration, DC & low frequency, microwave and RF. Technicians will also perform equipment maintenance as necessary and participate in internal audits and proficiency testing. Collateral duties may be assigned as permanent part of position description depending on individual's abilities.
Source of Supervision: Master Technician / Laboratory Manager / Technical Services Director
Position Function Responsibilities:
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures,
• Ensure customer satisfaction and timely turn-around on all equipment and service,
• Perform calibration and repair of low to medium level test and measurement equipment. Might require assistance and supervision on such work,
• Provide field calibration and service on equipment,
• Create calibration data sheets accurately and efficiently with minimal supervision based upon instrument specifications and approved calibration procedures,
• Complete all documentation associated with position accurately and efficiently while maintaining a 5 % or less of the combined Quality Documentation Inspection (QDI) and Process Verification Inspection (PVI) discrepancy rates,
• Maintain technical proficiency and effectiveness through various means such as self-study, local college and internal training programs as well as proficiency testing,
• Interface with customers for some service related issues,
• Perform other laboratory support functions as required in an efficient and orderly manner,
• Seek supervisory assistance in actual or potential problem areas.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
• Basic knowledge of metrology practices and theories in a particular discipline(s): electronics, mechanics, dimensional analysis, chemistry, thermometry, acoustics and vibration,
• Experience in the use of various hand tools and test equipment for a particular discipline,
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel and automated calibration software,
• Ability to apply basic algebraic and geometric techniques necessary for measurement analysis,
• Possess fundamental troubleshooting and repair capabilities for low end test and measurement equipment,
• Have general knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 and ANSI/NCSL Z-540-1 requirements,
• Ability to communicate well with customers and peers.
Educational/Experience Required:
• High school graduate, and
• Minimum of one year technical training or military experience in the field of metrology.
Physical Demands:
• Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds
Working Conditions:
• Office and laboratory working environment. Vehicle travel with some on-site work included.
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