Calibration Technician (Metrology / Instrumentation)

EnerSys is a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. We complement our extensive line of Motive Power and Energy Systems with a full range of integrated services and systems. With sales and service locations throughout the world, and over 100 years of battery experience, EnerSys is the power/full solution for stored DC power products. 

Job Purpose

The Calibration Technician role is responsible for performing all levels of calibrations using recognized methodologies based upon a combination of experience, provided training and written instructions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Maintain accurate records of calibration including required traceability on equipment.
• Maintain electronic test equipment calibration program.
• Interact with external vendors for calibrations and technical problems relating to assigned work.
• Make recommendations or improvements on procurement of components, systems, and portable test equipment requirements.
• Follow established processes and SOPs to help maintain compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 17025 standards.
• Perform corrective or routine maintenance duties to test and calibrate test instruments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Associate degree in Electronics, Instrumentation, physics or other associated discipline, or equivalent military experience.
• Minimum of three years’ experience working in metrology or process controls and calibration.
• Demonstrated aptitude in calibrations or basic engineering principles.
• Possess a fundamental understanding of Calibration Principals, as well as a familiarity with laboratory processes, and analytical instrumentation.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the calibration of Pressure Gauges, Dataloggers, Thermocouples, Multi Meters, Temperature/Relative Humidity equipment, Timers, and Battery Testing equipment using Fluke software.
• Has used Indysoft calibration tracking software.
• Familiar with ISO 9001 and ISO 17025 standards a plus.

General Job Requirements

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to frequently bend; twist; reach; stoop; kneel or crouch.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds/23 kilos on a daily continuous basis. Anything heavier will be done with the assistance of a mechanical device or with the assistance of another employee.
• Must be able to differentiate colors.
• Risk of electrical shock.
• This position is exposed to harmful materials such as lead/fiberglass products. Periodic blood tests are required to measure the level of lead. Precautions are taken by the company/employee to reduce the risk of exposure and help ensure everyones safety.
• Employees are responsible for wearing the required Personal Protective Equipment in the proper manner at all times.

EnerSys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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