Calibration Technician

ABOUT UNITED ALLOY 

United Alloy is a preferred designer, manufacturer and powder coater of certified metal tanks, skids, frames, trailers, chassis, and related products crafted to world-class quality standards in strategic partnership with Fortune 500 OEM customers.UA products are proudly “Made in the USA”. In addition to being made in the USA, UA is also 9001 certified, and has been recognized as a WBENC woman/minority owned business.   

CULTURE 

United Alloy empowers and entrusts our employees to manage the responsibilities of both their work and home lives. We are an agile team that produces extraordinary results, setting the standard in safety, quality, productivity, and profitability. Employees act with a sense of ownership, take initiative to problem solve and is committed to the company’s mission, their team and themselves.   

United Alloy is supportive and encouraging of our employees, we are able to help make their dreams become a reality. At UA, every employee matters to us. We want everyone to have their own success story in their personal and professional lives. It’s one way that makes us an actively engaged team, inspired to win together.   

SUMMARY

Under the leadership of the Quality Supervisor, the primary role of a Calibration Technician is to ensure the overall health of the Calibration System. A Calibration Technician will ensure that all gauges used for production purposes are calibrated, in the calibration system and not past due for calibration all while making sure to support the day to day needs of Quality Teammates and the overall Quality Department. The right candidate must be considered actively engaged and embrace United Alloy’s Character and Culture vision.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Manage the Plug/Gage kitting process to support the entire pressure/vac leak testing process.
  
  
  
  • Prepare plug and gauge kit for each unit tested
  
  
  • Inspect plugs/O-rings for damage (repair or discard as applicable)
  
  
  • Inspect/verify gauge accuracy before each use
  
  
  • Test fill valve(s) for leaks/damage before each use
  
  
  
  


• Identification, reporting, troubleshooting, and repair of nonconforming products.


• Manage the calibration system including adding new gauge types, new calibration requirements and any other modifications to the program as required.


• Perform and coordinate the timely execution of routine and non-routine calibration activities associated with current general methods and procedures on production and facility instrumentation.


• Calibrate equipment using manual or automated procedures, with the ability to substitute standards to complete the calibration.


• Procure gauges as requested by various departments as needs for calibrated equipment arise. Includes investigating new gauging, performing GR&R (Gauge Repeatability & Reproducibility) or full MSA (Measurement System Analysis) as applicable, gathering quotes, creating purchase order requisitions, and ensuring new gauging is properly added to the calibration system.


• Evaluate and update calibration work instructions, procedures, or processes.


• Ensure the calibration status of all measuring and critical manufacturing equipment.
  
  
  
  • The expectation is that there will not be any gauges past due and that gauges are calibrated at least one week ahead of the calibration due date
  
  
  
  


• Coordinate calibration of equipment by 3rd parties as needed by coordinating onsite visits or sending gauging out for calibration.


• Assist Quality Auditors and other functions of the Quality Department as needed.


• Adherence to the Quality Policy and expectations.


• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.


• 20/20 vision in at least one eye and must not be color blind required.
  
  
  
  • (Magnifying lenses (readers, cheaters, etc..) are allowed if the employee normally uses them to read)
  
  
  
  


• 2-3 years of metrology experience preferred.


• Functional experience and use of measurement equipment (Tape measure, Caliper, Protractor, etc.…).


• Experience with Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) a plus.


• The individual must have a solid understanding of metal fabrication concepts and processes.


• The individual must possess a keen sense of attention to detail.
  


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Must be able to determine material types and gauges.


• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints.


• Must be able to navigate in a Windows based computer environment utilizing Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, and Word).


• 12 Expected Behaviors of Actively Engaged Person – 100% Responsible, Trustworthy, Team Player, Clear Communicator, Empathy, Humility, Emotional Self-Control, Resolves Conflict Directly, Positive Attitude, Respects Others, Problem Solver, and Agile.

BENEFITS 

In addition to excellent starting wages, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package as well as numerous perks. 

• Medical, dental and vision  


• Generous RTO and Vacation policy 


• 401(k) with company match 


• Bonus opportunities


• Paid training 


• Company paid holidays  


• Earn a competitive salary and performance-based bonuses  

NOTE: Given the nature/size of our product and customer requirements, we require a stringent hiring process to ensure the highest quality product. Qualified candidates must successfully complete: Basic Skills/Measurement Test | Blueprint Reading Test | Pre-Employment Physical & Drug Screen

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, twist, stoop, pull, push, assemble, and carry for extended periods of time. Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly, frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with an assist.

Work Environment: Ability to perform in a manufacturing environment that may have high noise levels, dust, chemicals, oil, and grease. Ability to work in an environment that may be either hot, cold or humid.