Calibration Technician

A Day in Your Life at MKS:

As a Technician at Ophir MKS, you will be responsible for inspecting, testing, repairing solar cells and laser measurement equipment. You will be reporting to the Calibration Supervisor and will work closely with the Technical Support and Quality teams.

You Make an Impact By:

Conduct calibration and testing of solar cells and laser measurement equipment to ensure accuracy and compliance with industry standards and specifications
Document testing and calibration results, maintaining accurate and detailed records of all activities for audit and compliance purposes
Regularly inspect, test, and troubleshoot instrumentation and equipment to detect and correct any deviations from standard performance
Create and manage equipment calibration schedules to ensure all equipment is calibrated at required intervals, preventing equipment downtime and maintaining operational efficiency
Ensure all calibration activities meet regulatory requirements and internal quality standards, adhering to industry best practices and company policies
Keep tools and equipment in good working condition, ensuring they are properly stored, cleaned, and maintained
Offer technical support and guidance to other departments and personnel regarding calibration processes, procedures, and best practices

Update and maintain work instructions related to the calibration of photovoltaic cells and use of equipment.

Communicate with customers regarding purchase orders and requests.

Skills You Bring:
Associate degree, military technical training or their equivalent vocational training is required
Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Excel, and Word
0-1 year experience in testing digital and/or analog systems
Ability to read drawings and use measurement instruments

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:
Perform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods of time
Regularly requires good manual dexterity and coordination
Occasionally moves/positions objects up to 50 pounds
Frequently positions self to perform tasks and positions objects below, at, and above shoulder level
Regularly requires manual dexterity and coordination of objects below, at and above shoulder level
Operates in a laboratory/manufacturing environment
Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
Ability to observe documents and details at close range (within a few feet of the observer)
Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards including handling mechanical and electrical hardware, high voltage, gas, water, and heat
Noise level in the work environment is usually average

Compensation and Benefits:
Hourly Pay Range: $19.20 - 32.00 USD Hourly. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law. At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.

Bonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS [or as applicable].


Benefits : MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 12 paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, [6 weeks fully paid] parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement [and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc.].


MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details.


MKS will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers.


Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. persons." "U.S. persons" are generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees.

MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("MKS") is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

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