Calibration Technician

3M•Maplewood, MN

1d•$47 - $47

About The Position

Calibration Technician Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers. This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career. The Impact You’ll Make in this Role As a(n) Calibration Technician you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by: Applying knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, physics, and electronics to calibrate inspection, measurement, and test equipment (IM&TE) to ensure measurement accuracy. Also, apply the principles of metrology in the area of; Electrical / Electronic, Thermodynamic, Dimensional, Physical, and Mechanical disciplines and associated sub-disciplines. Reading and working to the indicated accuracy, specifications, and tolerances as detailed on appropriate calibration standards and standardized procedures. Performing calibration troubleshooting or diagnoses and performs corrective adjustments based on identified calibration problems. Setting up, operating, and reading precision testing and measuring instruments to the instrument manufacturers or client’s specifications for accuracy. Precision testing and measuring instruments include devices such as, but not limited to ammeters, voltmeters, ohmmeters, oscilloscopes, balances, power supplies, thermometers, viscometers, scales, tachometers, strobe lights, hygrometers, pressure / vacuum gauges, microscopes, torque meters, and chart recorders. Keeping work area neat and orderly and contributes efforts toward the overall cleanliness of the shop.

Requirements

Possess a High School Diploma/GED or higher (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution.
Minimum two (2) years calibration experience in a private, public, government, or military environment.
Minimum one (1) year calibration experience operating to ISO 17025, ISO 9001 standards in a private, public, government, or military environment.
Appropriate driver’s license and pass Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Nice To Haves

Possess a 2-year degree or higher from an accredited university.
Two (2) years of calibration experience within the last five (5) years in a private, public, government, or military environment.
Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory (PMEL) training or equivalent formal technical training.
Experience with Met/Cal Procedure Writing and Met/Team Database Administration in a private, public, government, or military environment.
Strong oral and written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with multiple functions and organizations.

Responsibilities

Applying knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, physics, and electronics to calibrate inspection, measurement, and test equipment (IM&TE) to ensure measurement accuracy.
Applying the principles of metrology in the area of; Electrical / Electronic, Thermodynamic, Dimensional, Physical, and Mechanical disciplines and associated sub-disciplines.
Reading and working to the indicated accuracy, specifications, and tolerances as detailed on appropriate calibration standards and standardized procedures.
Performing calibration troubleshooting or diagnoses and performs corrective adjustments based on identified calibration problems.
Setting up, operating, and reading precision testing and measuring instruments to the instrument manufacturers or client’s specifications for accuracy.
Keeping work area neat and orderly and contributes efforts toward the overall cleanliness of the shop.