Calibration Technician

Responsible for

The safe, efficient and compliant repair and calibration of goods and inspection services

Duties will include:

• Provide support to the Head of Laboratory/Team Leader and Quality Department
• Maintain an effective working knowledge of techniques and trends in Calibration, Inspection and Testing techniques
• Provide administration support, including assisting in the development of techniques, quality assurance and control procedures etc in line with the company’s cost and business strategies
• Carry out onsite and inhouse testing, calibration and inspections and where necessary and appropriate the repair of instruments and components. All done to a high standard whilst delivering production and turnaround of services within client’s and the companies’ requirements (agreed KPIs)
• Train and mentor trainee Technicians, providing guidance in the execution of their daily duties
• Assist Head of Laboratory/Team Leader in quoting and developing risk assessments and inspection, calibration and testing techniques for bespoke works
• Assist with the design and manufacture of test, calibration and inspection rigs and consult with sub contractors, suppliers and any external agencies providing technical support
• Ensure all methods of work are consistently carried out in accordance with the company’s quality documentation and quality manual
• Liaise with the quality department and ensure that all non compliances are dealt with efficiently and effectively
• Promote the company at all times and maintain an awareness amongst colleagues of the requirements for a professional attitude toward their work
• Carry out the necessary and appropriate calibration of instruments and components in a safe and timely manner
• Follow process for accurate recording of job information at different stages of the calibration process
• Maintain a clean, tidy, and safe working environment for all staff in accordance with current Health & Safety regulations
• Lending help to other departments where necessary; liaising with suppliers, booking in equipment and offering responses to technical queries
• Understand the needs of business customers requirements and respond appropriately

Reporting

Analyse data, trends, objectives and qualitative information such that the production and quality objectives of the business are met. commercial.

Quality

Provide client management role which conforms in every way with the detail provided in the Quality Manual and all relevant company procedures

Communication

Provide a high level of communication utilising all aspects of technology, email, and telephone communication which enhances the customer and supplier experience in working with our business

Information Technology

Use and develop software to meet the jobs requirements with regards to repair and calibration.

Business Objectives

To facilitate the safe, accurate, efficient, and compliant calibration of goods and inspection services. Ensure that the workflow of the Laboratory is efficient and compliant.

Person Specification

• Hold sufficient relevant experience in the inspection and calibration of instruments, components and measuring devices and equipment within a relevant field
• Have relevant experience working with equipment and understands the relevant safety requirements of the equipment
• A positive, confident, and determined approach with a high level of self motivation
• Ability to understand technical data. Methodical at problem solving and pays good attention to detail
• Capable of following procedures accurately
• Able to work in a busy environment remaining calm and keeping a positive attitude
• Commercial awareness to ensure cost effective approach
• Displays a sense of urgency, is able to multi-task and has the ability to perform under pressure to action requests in a timely and proactive manner
• Has an ability to work on own initiative, whilst maintaining team spirit.
• Is able to show flexibility in order to adapt to the ever-changing needs and demands of the role.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Calibration: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person