Gauge and Calibration Technician

TriMas Corporation•Tolleson, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for ensuring the accuracy and reliability of measuring instruments and devices. Calibrates, tests, maintains, and repairs various types of equipment, including gauges, meters, and test instruments. Ensures that measurements taken using these instruments are precise and consistent.

Requirements

Prior experience as a gauge technician or calibration technician, with knowledge of relevant industry standards
Strong understanding of precision measurement tools to include calipers, micrometers, and gauges
Proficiency in using calibration equipment
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
Familiarity with calibration software and data analysis tools
Understanding of basic mechanical principles and how to troubleshoot equipment issues
Ability to disassemble and reassemble precision instruments for cleaning and calibration
High level of accuracy and precision when taking measurements
Ability to identify and document minute deviations from standards
Ability to interpret calibration data and identify trends
Problem-solving skills to troubleshoot calibration issues
Clear and accurate documentation of calibration procedures and results
Adherence to quality control standards and recordkeeping practices
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.)
Basic Math Skills
Must be a U.S. person within the meaning of ITAR (U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, or admitted as a refugee or granted asylum).

Nice To Haves

Technical Training or Certification preferred

Responsibilities

Setup gauges to support production needs.
Maintain the Calibration System per all customer and regulatory requirements
Receive and dispense supplies and tools as required to operations personnel
Verify needs and requisition supplies and materials to maintain proper inventory levels.
Verify stock received to order, label with USM part number and stock to shelves.
Maintain inventories of manufacturing supplies kept outside the crib area such as weld wire.
Visually inspect tools, gauges and fixtures returned to the crib by plant personnel to verify usefulness before restocking.
Tag and requisition details for repair or formal inspection if necessary.
Clean and inspect components of pre-set tools returned to the crib.
Replace with components, if necessary, tag for disposition details in question.
Prepare periodic inventory and maintain perpetual inventories of tooling and holders.
Mark and identify tools and equipment as required.
Perform entries into the company computer system for withdrawals and receipts.
Maintain tool supplies to operations.
Prepare tools/tooling for outsource or in-house repair or grind.
Maintain tooling pre-set call out sheets. Notify engineering of change required by using the Dimension Change Request form.
Deliver gauge set-ups to designated areas.
Identify and prepare incoming gauges for inspection.
Maintain security of crib at all times.
Maintain the crib area in a clean, neat and organized manner.
Perform all other duties as assigned