Sr Tech, Calibration

Baxter International • Hayward, CA

67d • $68,000 - $93,500

About The Position

As a Sr. Calibration Technician, you will be the subject matter expert in metrology and calibration. You'll ensure all measuring and test equipment meets strict standards, manage calibration schedules, and implement programs that comply with facility, corporate, and FDA requirements. This role requires independence, technical expertise, and collaboration across departments.

Requirements

• Prior calibration experience is required.
• Must have strong organizational, oral and written communication skills.
• Must have a strong understanding of electrical, pneumatic, temperature, electronic and mechanical measurement techniques and concepts in a high-paced manufacturing environment.
• Must have strong computer skills including MS Suite.
• Must work well with minimal supervision on routine calibrations and various projects as an individual or in a team environment.
• High School degree required, 3-5 years in calibration or a related field; ASQ certification or Associate's Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Test and calibrate various measuring and indicating equipment for conformance to established standards.
• Evaluate calibration results and determine the acceptability of the calibration performed, as well as implement corrective action for out-of-tolerance conditions.
• Adjust/repair instruments to meet calibration standards.
• Communicate any out-of-tolerance conditions (OOT) and support investigations, corrective/preventative actions, and documentation relative to OOT conditions.
• Maintain and control all calibration standards to ensure preservation of standards.
• Research and purchase new standards to improve calibration services for the facility.
• Manage calibrations scheduling system for all equipment and devices (both internal and outside lab schedules).
• Coordinate calibration activities to ensure all calibration due dates are met.
• Coordinate equipment calibration with outside vendors, including performing incoming inspections and documentation reviews on these instruments.
• Contribute to the selection of new equipment and assess new and existing equipment to assign calibration requirements (including tolerances and frequency of calibration), and then create or revise specifications and procedures accordingly.

Benefits

• Medical and dental coverage that start on day one.
• Insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Educational assistance programs.
• Paid holidays and paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service.
• Family and medical leaves of absence.
• Paid parental leave.
• Commuting benefits.
• Employee Discount Program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Childcare benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED