Calibration Technician

INTRODUCTION TO AM GENERAL

AM General develops and builds specialized ground vehicle systems that get the US Armed Services and our allies to and from their mission safely. Our innovative spirit delivers advanced, rugged, resilient, and dependable mobility solutions. We are one team dedicated to producing the best products for our customers. We have a collective understanding that at AM General our purpose is to serve those who serve to protect us.

We R.I.D.E. with Sgt. Smith!  

    We are Responsive       We have Integrity            We are Dynamic              We exhibit Excellence 

Seeking a skilled Journeyman Tool & Diemaker in the position of a Calibration Technician to support production and quality operations through calibration, inspection, and fabrication of gauges, fixtures, and measuring equipment. This role requires experience using precision measurement tools and calibration systems, maintaining accurate electronic and paper records, supporting audits, and ensuring compliance with blueprint specifications and quality standards.

Requirements & Skills

• Journeyman Tool & Diemaker card, or proof of completion of Tool & Diemaker apprenticeship, or 8+ years' experience in the Tool & Diemaker trade that can be validated with prior employers via notarized letter.


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  Must be proficient in the basic use of computers and business software programs, such as MS Office (WORD, EXCEL, PowerPoint), and Gauge Track.

  
  


• Must have good communication skills to test, certify and train.


• Must have previous experience in various types of manufacturing measurement devices


• Must have experience with written and system record keeping skills

Primary Duties

• Check all gauges, fixtures and measuring equipment to blueprint dimensions or applicable specifications. Gauges consist of thread plugs, snap and ring gauges, micrometers, verniers, plug gauges, height gauges, torque wrenches, etc.


• Will operate various types of measurement / calibration devices, including Faro Arm, micrometers, calipers, scales, electrical testers, torque equipment, etc.


• Will make gauges, templates, and fixtures to use for production and inspection, such as making a set-up for drilling missing holes, slots, etc.


• Will maintain paper and electronic gauge calibration system and records.


• Will be required to use computers and business software programs, such as MS Office (WORD, EXCEL, PowerPoint), and Gauge Track.


• Will certify team members for proper torque wrench usage - Must provide testing


• Will assist in both internal and external audits of the calibration system.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance choice of PPO’s or HDHS


• Costs range from $0-$69 weekly for single through family coverage based on plan chosen


• Dental/ Vision Insurance


• 401(k) plan with company match


• 401(k) Automatic company contribution


• AM General Defined Benefit Plan


• Vacation


• Average 15 holidays per year-including the last week of the year.


• Basic Life Insurance


• Safety Shoe program


• Tuition reimbursement for eligible classes


• EAP Program


• Christmas Bonus


• Profit Sharing Bonus

WAGES: Effective Date of Hire  $33.69

               Effective 9/28/26          $35.04

               Effective 9/27/27          $36.44