Calibration Technician

The position maintains, tests and repairs a variety of instrumentation and equipment. The primary job is to make sure that instruments, gauges and testing devices are identified, calibrated correctly, and give accurate readings. Although the location of the position is in Newton, NJ, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations. 

Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to: 

• Continuously perform calibrations and scheduled preventive maintenance on analytical and other laboratory instruments.
• Interact with Manufacturing, Laboratory, and Maintenance, Metrology and Engineering staff members as well as other internal/external customers.
• Quickly identify and correct measurement errors.
• Store and maintain Gage inventory as well as other calibrated items in GAGEpack software.
• Training shop technicians, ordering replacement parts for faulty equipment, and researching advances in calibration techniques.
• Compile, measure, and record data from each instrument for other technicians and managers to review.
• Collect and organize technical data from equipment manufacturers, equipment users and engineering personnel.
• Assist with control systems start-up and validation.
• Report practical recommendations and an assessment of any potential cost overruns.

In addition to the essential functions and duties listed above, all positions are also responsible for:

• Meeting company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis, performing all work-related tasks in a manner that is in compliance with all Company policies and procedures.
• Adhering to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments.

The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. 

Physical Activities:

Work may be active, could stand or sit for long durations and/or perform repetitious work at times. Exerts up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Requirements

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in quality control function in manufacturing environment preferred
• Optics or Manufacturing inspection experience preferred. 

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent or equivalent work experience 

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to learn, understand, and effectively apply sampling plans.
• Ability to multitask
• Skilled in the usage of handheld measuring tools and devices including but not limited to, calipers and micrometers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively operate in both individual and team environments.
• Capable of reading mechanical drawings and interpret dimensional tolerances.
• Adaptable to process and procedure changes.
• Capacity to convert from imperial to metric measurements.
• Ability to meet department standards for productivity and quality.
• Computer literacy using MS Office, Outlook and ERP software is mandatory.
• Must have the ability to cross train on all areas of the department, including but not limited to visual and dimensional inspection, data entry, laser engravers, and metrology equipment.
• High attention to detail.

Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts.  The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer.  Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.

Benefits

Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement just to name a few..