Calibration and Inspection Technician

AT LIFENET HEALTH, YOU ARE THE ADVANTAGE

Every day, YOU help us to save lives, restore health, and bring hope to patients and families around the world. At LifeNet Health, we cultivate growth, innovation, and collaboration, where your contributions drive solutions that benefit humanity.

Together, we are united by a mission greater than ourselves, a purpose rooted in healing.

ABOUT THIS JOB
Location:Virginia Beach, VA

Department: Tissue Engineering

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:15AM – 5:00PM, OT as needed

Clinical Status: Clinical

 

HOW YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT
As a Calibration and Inspection Technician, you’ll play a vital role in advancing our mission. In this position, you’ll be responsible for maintaining quality standards by ensuring incoming custom manufactured equipment conforms to specifications. Documents nonconformities and quarantines rejected materials. Assists Engineering, Quality, and Purchasing personnel with root cause analysis and vendor returns. Calibrates production acceptance gauges by verifying adherence to specifications.

Your work will have purpose every single day, contributing directly to life-changing outcomes.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Performs precision dimensional and visual inspection of custom manufactured tooling and equipment upon receipt from vendors. Ensures conformance to controlled LifeNet Health specifications
• Performs precision calibration of production acceptance gauges in accordinance with controlled calibration procedures.
• Performs preventive maintenance inspections of production tooling and equipment in accordance with controlled specifications and procedures
• Uses CATSWEB (CAPA) system to enter nonconformance issues and equipment out of tolerance issues. Assists Engineering, Quality, and Purchasing staff while resolving CAPA issues and actions. Responsible for controlling nonconforming material throughout the issue resolution process.
• Completes and maintains all required documentation and quality records in accordance with controlled procedures. This includes management of paper and electronic records.
• Procedures and distributes a daily backlog and work status report
• Maintains a work order history database and regularly reports performance metrics.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING
Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Drivers License – Valid State Drivers License and meet LNH minimum requirements for driving company vehicles
•  ONE (1) year – Engineering, skilled trades, machining, dimensional inspection, manufacturing, or related field

Preferred Experience/Skills/Certifications:

• Associate or completed vocational training – In skilled trade, engineering technology, or equivalent
• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector of Equivalent – Certification demonstrating competency in dimensional inspection or calibration
• THREE (3) years – Engineering, skilled trades, machining, dimensional inspection, or related field
  
   

Key Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Basic Instrumentation: Able to accurately utilize micrometers, rulers, calipers, bore gauges, gauge blocks, radius gauges, optical comparator, etc. to measure linear, diametrical, and radial part geometry
• Gauge selection and application: Able to select and use appropriate measuring instruments for an application based on required precision and accuracy
• Documentation: Able to generate handwritten documentation in a legible manner and demonstrate awareness of CATSWEB system
• Mathematics: Able to solve basic arithmetic and right-angle trigonometry problems using a scientific calculator
• Computer Software: Basic ability to open and edit files using MS Office applications and navigate the Windows file system
• Interpret Specifications: Basic ability to interpret technical drawings
• Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing, building relationships with all professionals at different levels within the organization
• Time Management: Able to prioritize multiple, completing priorities and manage time/workload. Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize and juggle multiple time sensitive projects, multi-task, identify project interdependencies and potential risks/pitfalls.
• Attention to detail: Able to perform tasks thoroughly and with care; checks work to ensure high degree of accuracy/completeness and early/on-time delivery
• Proficient in MS Office: Excel, Word, Outlook, Microsoft Suite

WHY JOIN LIFENET HEALTH

When you join LifeNet Health, you're not just taking a job, you’re joining a mission-driven community dedicated to making a global impact through regenerative medicine. You’ll be part of a workplace that values authenticity, collaboration, and the drive to make a difference.

We recognize that great work happens when people feel supported. That’s why our total rewards package is designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

Here’s how we support YOU:

• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage- Comprehensive care that won’t break the bank.
• Profit Sharing Plan- Share in the success you help create.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan- Invest in your future with confidence.
• Paid Parental Leave- 6 weeks to bond with your newest family member.
• Corporate Sponsored Events- Celebrate milestones and build connections.
• Generous Paid Time Off- Because balance matters:
  • 18 vacation days (based on position, tenure, and state laws)
  • 9 sick days (subject to local and state regulations)
  • 9 holidays (7 standard + 2 floating)
• Flexible Work Program- For approved roles, how and where you perform best.
• Tuition reimbursement- We invest in your growth and education.
• Career & Leadership Development- Expand your impact and potential.
• Wellness Program- Prioritize your health with holistic resources.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)- Support for you and your household.
• Incredible teammates- Collaborate with passionate, dedicated professionals.
  
   

Note: All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and may be modified at any time, with or without notice, unless otherwise required by law. This job posting does not constitute an employment contract and does not alter the “at-will” nature of employment at LifeNet Health.

COMPENSATION

Salary Range: $22.40 - $37.33

Final compensation will be based on factors such as geographic location, qualifications, and prior relevant experience. The pay range for this position is $22.40 hourly (entry level qualifications) to $37.33hourly
(experienced in this role). Actual compensation may be higher based on the successful candidate’s knowledge and relevant experience.

 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

LifeNet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

As part of our commitment to safety, we maintain a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment substance abuse screening.