Calibration Technician III

Medtronic • Mounds View, MN

7h

About The Position

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world. A Day in the Life A career at Medtronic is like no other. We’re purposeful. We’re committed. And we’re driven by our Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life for millions of people worldwide! We do meaningful work that contributes to improving the lives of others. We are currently looking for an experienced Calibration / Metrology Technician for our Mounds View, Minnesota location. Working within the Global Quality Excellence organization, this role provides support for the Electrical Metrology Laboratory. As part of the Global Calibration Services – US Midwest region, you will support calibration of test, inspection, and measurement equipment across the Twin Cities and have a global reaching impact delivering results for and guiding Metrology worldwide across Medtronic. With a focus on quality and compliance, we empower teams focused on research, innovation, development, and manufacturing. Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned. Calibrates electronic test measuring equipment and signal generating equipment to conform to set standards. Tests, calibrates, adjusts, and maintains electromechanical, mechanical, optical, pneumatic, hydro mechanical, and pressure-type measuring and indicating instruments. Sets up calibration sequences, methods and procedures according to detailed specifications, blueprints, drawings, and requirements. Disassembles, cleans, repairs, and replaces defective parts of test equipment such as pressure gauges and tension meters. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years relevant experience
• High School Diploma or GED is required

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years of electronic calibration-related technical school training (60 semester credits) to preferably include metrology and calibration, or equivalent military education such as PMEL or like training
• ASQ Certified Calibration Technician
• Strong math, statistics, and physics background
• Solid technical ability, experience in equipment set up, and troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint), Windows OS, Minitab (or other statistical analysis software), and IndySoft (or other calibration tracking database software)
• Experience with MS Excel spreadsheet template development and validation testing
• Involvement in medical device or other regulated industries
• Experience with DMAIC problem solving
• Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and execute on daily tasks, and long-term objectives as demonstrated by self-prioritizing and managing work requests
• Knowledge of calibration and measurement principles: measurement uncertainty, measurement traceability, measurement standards, test uncertainty/accuracy ratios, measurement system analysis (MSA), SI units, calibration intervals, and out-of-tolerance reporting.
• Familiar with these regulations: FDA 21 CFR Part 820 cGMP, ISO 13485, ISO 10012, and ISO 17025
• Familiar with NIST, BIPM, NCSL, ASTM, ASME, or other organizations related to metrology, measurements, or standards.
• Organized, efficient, process oriented; interpersonal/communication skills; self-motivated; team player; strong work ethic; works well under pressure in a dynamic environment; tactful, exercises independent judgment and discretion – professional presentation.

Responsibilities

• Calibrates electronic test measuring equipment and signal generating equipment to conform to set standards.
• Tests, calibrates, adjusts, and maintains electromechanical, mechanical, optical, pneumatic, hydro mechanical, and pressure-type measuring and indicating instruments.
• Sets up calibration sequences, methods and procedures according to detailed specifications, blueprints, drawings, and requirements.
• Disassembles, cleans, repairs, and replaces defective parts of test equipment such as pressure gauges and tension meters.
• May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.

Benefits

• Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
• We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
• Health, Dental and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability leave
• Dependent daycare spending account
• Tuition assistance/reimbursement
• Simple Steps (global well-being program)
• Incentive plans
• 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
• Short-term disability
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
• Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED