Metrology Technician - Vernon hills IL

[thomasgilchrist]

Posted On07/09/2015
Metrology Lab Technician I
Vernon Hills, Vernon Hills, IL, US

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https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=coleparmer


A Copy of the Posting itself is below:

Job Class :**
Position Summary:
Performs calibrations of;  instruments that measure the characteristics of objects, substances, or phenomena, such as pressure, temperature, time, force, torque, speed, flow, electric current,voltage, resistance, and derived units of physical, mechanical, or chemical measures:  Identifies magnitude of error sources contributing to uncertainty of results to determine reliability of measurement process in quantitative terms. Prepares calibration reports which detail; methods, measurement data with uncertainties, TUR, and NIST trace ability. This job requires standing about 60% to sitting about 40%


Essential Functions:

Performs calibrations on distributed Cole-Parmer,Davis Instruments products as well as customer's measuring instruments.
Quantifies sources of measurement error and determines measurement uncertainty with TUR's.
Communicates with customer's to resolve "technical"contract disputes or issues.
Assists customers with measurement and NIST trace ability questions.
Performs other duties as assigned.


Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED from an accredited higher learning institution required. PMEL or other military/technical education highly preferred.
At least 2 years of Metrology experience
Must possess practical knowledge of Metrology and measurement practices.
Must possess knowledge of related quality systems and practices (i.e. ISO 17025, ANSI/Z540-1).
Must have analytical skills to identify sources of measurement error and to read and interpret technical schematics,specifications and calibration procedures.
Must have good communication skills to respond to metrology questions in writing or orally, in a clear, concise manner.
Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.


Working Conditions:

This position is primarily standing, comprising 50-75% of the working shift.
Most of the work will be performed in a technical lab with conditioned air.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs with assistance.
May require up to 10% travel.


This position has not been approved for Relocation Assistance.



The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this job.  They are not an exhaustive list of all of the duties and responsibilities associated with it.