Calibration Technician

Regal Rexnord•Simi Valley, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Rexnord Industries, LLC, a leading supplier in the aerospace industry, is seeking an associate to support inspection responsibilities throughout its Simi Valley facility. This role is a critical link between shop-floor associates and product conformity, using properly calibrated tools and equipment to verify that products meet engineering specifications and requirements. The technician is expected to meet performance standards and agreed deadlines, quality measures, and assigned targets while supporting department quality needs, cross-training, and team cohesion. The position performs inspection and calibration work, supports gage deployment and troubleshooting, and provides technical guidance and training to manufacturing personnel. It maintains calibration records and equipment history, supports quality engineering on gage design and measurement studies, and helps ensure procedural and quality-system compliance. The role is fully onsite at the designated Regal Rexnord office in Simi Valley, California.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Five years of Inspection and Gaging experience in a mechanical calibration (metrology) environment within a manufacturing facility, demonstrating increasing accountability and responsibility.
Strong application knowledge of calibration and metrology systems, including ISO 10012 and ANSI/NCSL Z540-1 Calibration System Requirements, and the development, improvement, and approval of gaging methodologies and designs.
General or application knowledge of quality assurance systems, including AS9100 and ISO 9001.
Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, blueprint interpretation, and process capability analysis, including MSA, GR&R, Cpk, GD&T, DMAIC, First Piece Inspection, and Cost of Quality.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform physical calibration of mechanical measuring and test equipment according to established written procedures.
Ability to identify, control, and maintain calibration records and sufficient computer skills to maintain GAGEtrak or an equivalent calibration system.
Ability to identify and set up inspection equipment for manufacturing use and to use inspection/test equipment to determine product acceptance as a Grade B Inspector or higher.
Ability to conduct internal calibration audits and annual onsite quality audits of calibration subcontractors and complete required audit records.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Basic math aptitude, including decimals, fractions, addition, and subtraction.
Demonstrated proficiency in time and project management.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds repetitively throughout the shift.
Must be a U.S. Person or otherwise qualify for a license permitting employment in the position, if restricted by federal export control laws.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a lean manufacturing or continuous improvement environment.
Working knowledge of engineering part drawings and a general understanding of metallurgy, including how composition, mechanical working, and heat treatments affect the physical and mechanical properties of metals, as well as metal cutting and grinding.

Responsibilities

Follow Company safety and work rules and support Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost metrics relevant to the role.
Perform inspection operations using precision measuring instruments, including calipers, micrometers, air gages, indicators, and special test equipment.
Set up and adjust gages using required equipment or masters to specification requirements, including periodic verification of gage setup.
Verify gaging accuracy when required using calibration history, Gage R&R studies, and applicable measurement uncertainty parameters.
Develop standard work for gage setup, training, minimizing setup issues, and reducing queue time for gages deployed to manufacturing.
Train personnel in proper gage use to promote accurate results and expected tool longevity.
Work with quality engineering on new or modified gage design and support MSA and special gage studies.
Provide technical support and guidance on inspection gaging to certified operators, manufacturing, and other areas.
Use calibration software to track and record measurement-equipment assignments and calibration history.
Ensure quality requirements and procedures are followed and communicate non-compliance issues to appropriate associates.
Identify personal performance areas needing improvement or cross-training and report them to the direct supervisor at least annually.
Coordinate with the Quality team to support efficient gaging activities, including service, calibration, repair, and replacement.
Help manufacturing troubleshoot and resolve gage issues.
Review the CM118 Calibration Manual periodically to identify cost-effective improvements to the quality and calibration system.
Physically calibrate mechanical measuring and test equipment according to written procedures.
Identify, control, and maintain calibration records and operate the GAGEtrak calibration system or equivalent.
Analyze and recommend cost-effective equipment repair or replacement plans that support inspection and manufacturing schedules.
Identify and set up suitable inspection equipment for manufacturing personnel.
Conduct internal calibration audits and annual onsite quality audits of calibration subcontractors, and complete required audit records.
Use inspection and test equipment required to determine product acceptance while functioning as a Grade B Inspector or higher.
Develop, implement, and maintain procedures, work instructions, and related forms supporting the Quality system.