Calibration Coordinator

ZEISS Group • Dublin, CA

85d • $38 - $47

About The Position

The Calibration Coordinator is responsible for the administration of the calibration system for Carl Zeiss Meditec within an established annual budget. Implements the calibration policy and performs the calibration and test procedures. Ensures accurately calibrated test equipment in compliance with GMP requirements of the FDA in order to provide consistently high-quality products to our customers.

Requirements

• AA degree in technical field (electronics, math, physics, etc.) or equivalent.
• Minimum of five (5) years of mechanical inspection and/or metrology experience.
• Formal training in QA/QC concepts and applications (college, seminars, etc.).
• Ability to interpret complex blueprints, through the understanding of ANSI/NCSL Z540-1 and GMP regulations and specifications.
• Must have the know-how to operate and handle calibration tools and test equipment.
• Must have good communication skills (oral and written) and be able to convince others of the need to comply with the calibration schedule.
• Good part drawing interpretation skills preferred.
• Experience in using standard measuring equipment.
• Have a thorough understanding of procedures for documenting and maintaining QC records.
• Solid computer skills using Microsoft Word and Excel.

Nice To Haves

• Good part drawing interpretation skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain currency of and adhere to applicable GMP and ISO 13485 processes and procedures.
• Abide by state and federal employment laws.
• Manage the calibration system to ensure the Carl Zeiss Meditec products and tools conform to ANSI/NCSL Z540-1.
• Control a system that provides prevention of inaccuracies through detection of deficiencies and timely corrective systems.
• Negotiate and approve the contracts with outside calibration sources.
• Oversee the administration of the control system for calibrating specialized equipment (not on the contract) with regard to cost and time.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of the calibration procedure in compliance with ANSI/NCSL Z540-1 and traceable to the National Institute for Standards and Technology.
• Maintain accurate records and observe normal safety requirements.
• Maintain close communication with all department supervisors on calibration requirements.
• Analyze and resolve problems encountered during the regular course of equipment calibration.
• Analyze repair cost for damaged equipment; determine if in-hours repairs are possible and cost effective.
• Arrange transport of equipment requiring calibration and/or repair with outside calibration vendors.
• Assist Receiving Inspections when need arises.
• Follow prescribed procedures, including maintaining accurate QC records.

Benefits

• Medical plans
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401k Matching
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Vacation and sick pay
• Performance Bonus

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees