Title: Calibration Technician I
Location: Plano, TX
Duration: 7 Months
100% Onsite
Summary
- Responsible for performing calibration functions on testing and measurement equipment across Manufacturing and Research operations. Ensures accuracy of measurement and process equipment to support product quality, Quality System Requirements (QSR), ISO standards, and regulatory compliance.
- Key responsibilities include performing precise calibrations per written and automated procedures on measuring and testing equipment, tools, gauges, and fixtures according to the calibration schedule. Coordinates calibration with certified external vendors when equipment cannot be maintained internally. Maintains accurate and compliant calibration records to support audits, trend analysis, and internal/external regulations.
- The role involves routine setup, testing, inspection, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting of equipment and systems. Collects, organizes, measures, records, and documents calibration data. Provides inputs to engineering, qualification, and validation activities, assists with reports, and may support procedure writing and lab documentation. Works under established procedures with limited judgment, organizing daily tasks to meet scheduled assignments, while communicating effectively with cross functional teams and internal customers.
Experience
- 0–3 years of related technical or calibration experience.
Key Skills
- Equipment calibration and testing
- Measurement tools, gauges, fixtures, and instruments
- Quality Systems (QSR), ISO standards
- Technical documentation and recordkeeping
- Basic troubleshooting and data analysis
- Understanding of manufacturing and/or R&D environments
- Use of basic computer software and numerical/statistical data
- Time management and task prioritization
- Clear written and verbal communication
Preferred Experience
- Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment
- Exposure to quality system environments subject to government regulations
- Familiarity with engineering, validation, or qualifications support activities
- Experience coordinating with external calibration vendors
Education
- High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate Degree or some college coursework preferred, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Consultants Eligible Benefits Upon Waiting Period
- Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Health Savings Account (for High-Deductible Health Plans)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit)
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state)
- Long Term Disability
- Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance
- MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance
- 401(k)
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