Calibration Technician

About the role

At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure. With more than 40 brands, 14,000+ employees globally, and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Allegion is proud to be recognized with the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for the third consecutive year, earning distinction in both the employee engagement and strengths categories.

Responsibilities

• Understand and apply basic calibration methods on assorted sizes and types of hand measurement tools, scales, attribute gages, mechanical, and electro-mechanical measuring equipment.
• Identify gages needing repair; perform preventive maintenance, basic repairs, or schedule third party servicing of specific gage types.
• Administration responsibility for calibration program software, including detailed record keeping of technical information and periodic performance monitoring, measurement, and reporting.
• Solicit vendor quotations and prepare purchase requisitions for calibration services; manage receipt of goods and services.
• Clock-in/clock-out responsibilities for on-site activities of outside vendors for manufacturing, engineering, and laboratory areas.
• Document calibration process, methods, and procedures, prepare reports, and prioritize work schedule.
• Present documentation of individual gage status or overall process when requested.
• Maintain control and traceability related to gaging with internal customers as well as external vendors.
• Absorb and assist engineering with gaging issues when requested.
• Track and maintain scales calibrations.
• Absorb and assist manufacturing operators with tool and gage maintenance and performance issues.
• Communicate with manufacturing leadership, tool room, and engineering support staff, as needed.
• Perform 5S duties within Quality Lab.
• Periodic performance of other duties as assigned.
• Absorb and assist/support operator gage training initiatives.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years in similar role.
• Demonstrated work experience with emphasis on quality and job knowledge.
• Demonstrated experience working with precision measurement equipment.
• Third party certification in calibration or GD&T based blueprint reading preferred.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Self-directed with the ability to organize multiple tasks and routines, results oriented.
• Excellent communications skills with the ability to deal well with customer demands.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Basic proficiency with enterprise software-based ERP/MRP systems.
• Proficiency with calibration software such as GageList or GageTrak.
• Flexibility to alter work schedule for timely completion of projects.
• Prioritization of multiple projects to meet operational goals.
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 35 lbs. without assistance and occasionally up to 50 lbs following company safe lifting protocol.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment using PPE such as gloves, eye and ear protection.
• Must have reliable transportation and be able/willing to travel to sister plant approximately 6 miles away for performance of duties on periodic basis.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years in similar role.
• Demonstrated work experience with emphasis on quality and job knowledge.
• Demonstrated experience working with precision measurement equipment.
• Third party certification in calibration or GD&T based blueprint reading preferred.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Self-directed with the ability to organize multiple tasks and routines, results oriented.
• Excellent communications skills with the ability to deal well with customer demands.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Basic proficiency with enterprise software-based ERP/MRP systems.
• Proficiency with calibration software such as GageList or GageTrak.
• Flexibility to alter work schedule for timely completion of projects.
• Prioritization of multiple projects to meet operational goals.
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 35 lbs. without assistance and occasionally up to 50 lbs following company safe lifting protocol.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment using PPE such as gloves, eye and ear protection.
• Must have reliable transportation and be able/willing to travel to sister plant approximately 6 miles away for performance of duties on periodic basis.

Skills

• Understanding of calibration methods and equipment.
• Experience with precision measurement equipment.
• Knowledge of calibration software.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Physical stamina for lifting and moving objects.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and affordable medical, prescription, and dental insurance plans.
• Paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), and paid vacation.
• 401K program with automatic company contributions and up to 6% company match with no vesting period.
• Tuition assistance program.
• Short term disability coverage.
• Competitive starting pay.

Pay

Starting pay is competitive and reflects your contributions and experience.

Schedule

1st Shift Monday - Thursday (10-hour shifts).

Contact Information

To apply, visit www.allegion.com. Allegion is committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate who we are and are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. For assistance, contact our Talent Acquisition Team.

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