Calibration Technician IV

Job Summary

The Calibration Technician IV is the senior technical specialist responsible for performing complex calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of precision test and measurement equipment used in manufacturing, laboratory, and service environments. This role serves as a technical resource for the calibration team, performing the most difficult calibration activities, resolving complex equipment issues, supporting continuous improvement efforts, and providing technical guidance to less experienced technicians.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Perform complex calibration, adjustment, verification, maintenance, and repair of precision test and measurement equipment across multiple technologies.
• Independently troubleshoot complex calibration failures, equipment malfunctions, and measurement discrepancies using advanced diagnostic techniques.
• Evaluate equipment condition and recommend repair, refurbishment, replacement, or retirement as appropriate.
• Ensure calibration standards and equipment maintain required traceability and measurement integrity.
• Serve as the technical resource for complex calibration questions and unusual measurement challenges.
• Provide technical guidance and day-to-day support to Calibration Technicians and other technical personnel.
• Aid in resolving difficult equipment issues requiring advanced technical expertise.
• Review complex calibration results and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Support investigations related to calibration discrepancies, equipment failures, or audit findings.

Documentation, Compliance & Quality Systems

• Maintain complete and accurate calibration records, certificates, maintenance histories, and traceability documentation.
• Ensure calibration activities comply with ISO 17025, NIST traceability requirements, FDA, GMP, and company quality system requirements.
• Support internal and external audits by providing technical documentation and responding to calibration-related inquiries.
• Review calibration documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.

Continuous Improvement & Process Support

• Identify opportunities to improve calibration methods, documentation, equipment utilization, and workflow efficiency.
• Aid in implementing new calibration equipment, software, procedures, and technologies.
• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action activities related to calibration systems.
• Recommend improvements that increase equipment reliability, measurement accuracy, and operational efficiency.
• Support standardization of calibration procedures across equipment and facilities where applicable.

Equipment & Asset Management

• Maintain calibration standards, reference equipment, specialized tools, and support equipment.
• Monitor calibration schedules and ensure equipment remains within required calibration intervals.
• Assist with evaluating, procuring, and qualifying new calibration equipment and standards.
• Support inventory management of calibration standards, spare parts, and consumable materials.

Training & Technical Development

• Provide technical coaching and mentoring to Calibration Technicians.
• Aid in onboarding and technical training for new technicians.
• Demonstrate proper calibration techniques, documentation practices, and troubleshooting methods.
• Promote knowledge sharing and technical best practices across the calibration team.
• Maintain current knowledge of calibration technologies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements through continuous learning.

Experience/Education

• Associate degree in Electronics, Instrumentation, Industrial Technology, Metrology, or a related technical discipline preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible experience in calibration, instrumentation, metrology, or a related technical environment.
• Equivalent combination of education, technical training, military experience, and related work experience will be considered.

Knowledge and Skillsets Required

• Advanced knowledge of calibration principles, instrumentation, and measurement science.
• Demonstrated expertise calibrating a wide variety of electrical, mechanical, pressure, temperature, dimensional, and electronic instrumentation.
• Advanced troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Strong understanding of ISO 17025, NIST traceability, FDA, GMP, and applicable quality system requirements.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, engineering drawings, calibration procedures, and manufacturer documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to mentor and provide technical guidance to other technicians.
• Proficiency with calibration management software, computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations.

Physical Demands

• Sitting: Occasionally while documenting calibration activities and reviewing records.
• Standing or walking: Frequently while performing calibration and maintenance activities.
• Using computers: Frequent use of computers, calibration software, and office equipment.
• Lifting: Occasionally up to 35 pounds when moving equipment, calibration standards, or tooling.
• Repetitive motions: Frequent use of hands and precision tools while performing calibration activities.
• Visual acuity sufficient to perform detailed instrument inspections and measurements.

Environmental Conditions

• Workspace: Combination of laboratory, manufacturing, service, and office environments.
• Lighting: Standard laboratory and manufacturing lighting.
• Noise Levels: Moderate noise with occasional exposure to manufacturing equipment.
• Ergonomics: Workstations designed to support both bench work and computer-based documentation.
• Ventilation: Standard laboratory and manufacturing ventilation systems.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Required as appropriate when working in designated production or laboratory areas.