Lab Chief (Day Shift) 550190726

Meyer Tool Inc•Cincinnati, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Calibration Lab Chief will apply measurement science, mathematics, and physics to develop, document, and maintain FMC’s calibration system, procedures, and methods for the re-defined time, mass, temperature, ampere, and other derived International System of Units (SI) and, Measurement and Test Equipment (M&TE) based on analysis of measurement problems and measurement uncertainty. This role involves analyzing and solving calibration problems using advanced mathematical and engineering knowledge, evaluating new calibration methods and procedures, and using statistics to analyze calibration standards and processes. The Chief will also recommend calibration standards and M&TE, and perform laboratory administration and management.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, must be able to perform each essential duty specified above satisfactorily
Must have good communication skills and the ability to work harmoniously with personnel at all levels within the company
Must have a good mechanical aptitude
Maintain an excellent attendance record
Must be organized and possess time management skills and skills to adapt to priority changes
Perform miscellaneous duties and projects as assigned
Technically proficient with guard banding, proficiency testing, SI traceability, calculation of measurement uncertainty and periodic standards check
Must meet the ITAR definition of US Person(s)
Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions in English
Must be able to write and document information clearly in English
Requires a Bachelor’s (BS) degree from an accredited four-year college or university, preferably in Metrology, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering Technology, plus 5 years’ experience in the repair and calibration of M&TE, or the equivalent combination of education and experience. In lieu of a BS degree, 10 years of experience with FMC calibration is acceptable
Previous work in a calibration position with at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity
Technical knowledge of methods for airflow measurement and testing using sonic nozzles
Must pass the ASQ CCT Exam within 12 months of hire
Familiar with applicable metrology standards and procedures, including but not limited to: A2LA, BIPM, CP, ILAC, NCSLI, Nadcap, PI, QP and Customer
MTI is a safety sensitive manufacturer. As such, successful results of pre-employment drug screening will be required.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with a Quality Management System registered to AS9100 is desirable

Responsibilities

Ensure all airflow testing is performed according to Customer requirements or SOP
Provide the technical interface with Customer Service
Develop and evaluate calibration systems that measure characteristics of objects, substances, or phenomena, such as length, mass, time, temperature, electric current, luminous intensity, and other derived units of physical or chemical measurements
Approve all requisitions of primary and secondary flow elements
Approve all calibration sources for primary and secondary flow elements
Review and approve the technical and quality details of test and calibration reports
Provide the training for accredited tests and calibrations, and the authorization of staff members to perform these tests and calibrations
Identify and document the magnitude of error sources contributing to uncertainty of result to determine reliability of a measurement process in quantitative terms
Develop and modify calibration methods and techniques based on principles of metrology, technical analysis of measurement problems, and measurement uncertainty requirements
Direct Engineering, Quality, and Laboratory staff in design, manufacture, evaluation, and calibration of measurement standards, instruments, and test systems to ensure they adequately meet measurement uncertainty requirements
Supervise laboratory personnel in the execution FMC calibration laboratory activities per ISO 17025
Notify the department Director and Quality Director of any calibration problems that need resources outside FMC
Endorse certificates of calibration and test reports, as needed
Capable of calculating all needed calibration parameters, with the aid of workbooks or software
Participate in management review meeting
Participate in the process of staff selection, when applicable
Must have the ability to travel within the U.S. and internationally without restriction and, upon request prior to travel, must be able to provide any documentation that may be required by the country of destination