Calibration Service Manager

Transcat • Fullerton, CA

18h • $100 - $135

About The Position

Transcat is a dynamic, innovative, growing company that has been recognized as the leading calibration and compliance services provider in North America and beyond. With over 1,000 employees—in technical, consulting, operational, sales, finance, and corporate roles—we have stood the test of time by delivering on our Trust in Every Measure promise to our customers in vital industries, including life sciences, aerospace, defense, energy, and utilities. We fulfill this promise through our employees, who live Our Values every day, the Transcat Way. Our employees are at the center of the rewarding, challenging, and life-changing work we do for our customers and those they serve. The Calibration Service Manager is responsible for leading the strategic and operational functions of the calibration laboratory. This role ensures technical excellence, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and financial performance. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, experience managing technical assets, and a proactive mindset to drive innovation, automation, and continuous improvement. This position plays a key role in production planning, customer satisfaction, and long-term business growth.

Requirements

• Deep knowledge of calibration standards, quality systems (e.g., ISO/IEC 17025), and measurement instrumentation
• Experience with LIMS or laboratory automation platforms
• Six Sigma or Lean certification
• Strategic planning or change management experience
• Financial planning and business case development
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Metrology, or Business Management (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience in a calibration lab, including 2+ years in a leadership or management role.
• Experience with customer-facing roles and business planning, including P&L responsibility.
• Demonstrated experience with production planning, lean manufacturing, and automation implementation.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Lab Operations: Manage day-to-day calibration activities, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance with Transcat Quality system, ISO/IEC 17025, and other regulatory standards.
• Enhance Customer Satisfaction: Collaborate with customers and Sales to deliver tailored calibration solutions and address service issues with sustainable corrective actions.
• Oversee Financials & Strategy: Manage lab budget and P&L; contribute to strategic planning, equipment investment, and long-term growth initiatives.
• Lead Production Planning: Develop and execute schedules, allocate resources, and monitor throughput to meet turnaround time and production goals.
• Drive Automation & Process Improvement: Identify, implement, and scale automation and digital tools to boost accuracy, efficiency, and productivity across lab functions.
• Ensure Quality & Compliance: Adhere to a robust quality management system; lead internal audits and continuous improvement efforts to uphold accreditation and safety standards.
• Manage Team Performance: Recruit, train, and develop staff; conduct performance reviews, support cross-training, and foster a culture of accountability and growth.
• Champion Safety & Risk Management: Ensure lab safety protocols are followed and serve as the on-site Facility Safety Officer (FSO).
• Model the Company’s values to influence others to perform in an aligned manner.
• Ensure training and development plans are in place and communicated to employees to drive performance improvement and career progression.
• Complete and deliver accurate, thorough, and prescriptive employee performance reviews on the required timeline.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Flexibility
• Training and development to accelerate learning and career advancement.
• Competitive compensation and benefits, including paid time off, health insurance, tuition reimbursement, retirement, stock purchase plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees