Gage Calibration Technician

Parker•Jacksonville, FL

About The Position

A Gage Calibration Technician is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and reliability of all measuring instruments and equipment used in manufacturing or operations, thereby maintaining product quality and compliance with industry standards like AS9100 or ISO/IEC 17025.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent with an associate's degree or other postsecondary training in a technical or scientific field (e.g., metrology, quality control) often preferred.
Three years related experience in a quality assurance, inspection, or similar role involving the use and maintenance of measuring equipment is often required.
Strong understanding of gaging principles, measurement science (metrology), geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and industry standards (e.g., ISO/IEC 17025).
Ability to diagnose and resolve equipment issues systematically.
Clear written and verbal skills to write reports and train others.
Proficiency with basic computer programs (Word, Excel) and specialized calibration management software.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively with others and be a participative team player.

Responsibilities

Inspecting and Calibrating: Performing routine inspections, testing, and calibration of a wide range of measuring devices, such as calipers, micrometers, pressure gauges, and electronic testing devices, against established national standards (e.g., those set by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)).
Maintenance and Repair: Performing preventative maintenance and minor repairs on malfunctioning equipment or coordinating external repair services when necessary.
Documentation and Record Keeping: Maintaining detailed and accurate records of all calibration, maintenance, and repair activities using calibration management software (GAGE Trak) to ensure traceability and compliance for audits.
Troubleshooting: Identifying out-of-tolerance conditions and performing root cause analysis to correct discrepancies.
Support and Training: Assisting quality and engineering departments in selecting appropriate new measuring equipment and training production personnel on the proper use and handling of gauges and measuring tools.
Compliance: Ensuring all processes and documentation comply with relevant quality and safety standards and participating in internal and external audits.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation
Participation in Annual Incentive Program
Benefit & Retirement Plans
Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including: Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
Career development and tuition reimbursement.
Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.