Calibration Technician

What Timken makes possible begins with you.
Those who came before us helped land a man on the moon, create the world's infrastructure, and introduce renewable energy alternatives. Now you can join the Timken team to write your own unique story and help drive what's next.

A career at Timken means you can have an immediate impact doing Work That Matters to the world- improving the efficiency of today's industrial equipment and preparing for the future of motion on our planet and beyond. New employees can start contributing right away, and there are many opportunities to advance your career at your own pace. Join our global team of 19,000 people in 45 countries, and start helping our customers push the limits of what's possible in their world of motion.

Location: Timken, Rutherfordton, NC.

Job Type: Full Time

Shift: Day Shift

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM with overtime as needed

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Benefits start on first day of employment.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with generous company match.
• 10 paid holidays per year plus paid vacation.
• Paid parental leave.
• Employee discounts on products and services.
• Education expense reimbursement, eligible to apply on the first day of employment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

Position Summary:


The Calibration Technician performs precise calibration, verification, maintenance, and documentation of measurement and test equipment used across production and laboratory environments. This role ensures instruments meet Timken quality and traceability standards, supports process reliability, and helps maintain compliance with internal procedures and external accreditation requirements.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform calibration, adjustment, repair, and preventive maintenance on a variety of measurement and test instruments (e.g. micrometers, calipers, indicators, torque testers, gauges, pressure sensors, dimensional inspection equipment, multimeters, temperature sensors, and specialized metrology systems).
• Use calibration procedures, standards, and reference equipment traceable to national standards to verify instrument accuracy.
• Record calibration results, adjustments, and out-of-tolerance conditions using company calibration management system or forms.
• Label calibrated equipment with calibration status (calibrated, due date, next calibration) and ensure calibration stickers/tags meet company format.
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on instruments, coordinate with vendors or maintenance for complex repairs or replacements.
• Maintain and control calibration standards, reference equipment, and environmental controls required for calibration tasks.
• Support internal audits and external assessments by providing records, demonstrating processes, and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize calibration processes, turnaround time, and data accuracy.
• Assist production and quality teams with measurement technique training, best practices, and correct use of measuring devices.
• Dispose of or quarantine instruments that fail calibration or pose risk to product quality and return them to service only after proper rework and re-verification.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized calibration work area and follow all company safety and environmental policies.

Basic Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of experience in calibration, metrology, maintenance, or precision measurement environments (manufacturing, laboratory, or field service).
• Basic understanding of measurement principles, units, and uncertainty.
• Familiarity with common hand tools and basic electronics for troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and ability to use calibration management or CMMS software (or willingness to learn).
• Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and good documentation skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and calibration procedures.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills :

• Associate degree or technical certification in metrology, instrumentation, electronics, or related field.
• Experience with ISO 9001, or similar quality systems.
• Previous experience using dimensional CMMs, optical comparators, torque calibration systems, or specialized metrology instruments.
• Certification in calibration (e.g., ASQ CQT, or vendor-specific certifications).

This position may require access to United States export controlled technical data ("CTD") and hardware under the Departments of US State (ITAR) and/or Commerce (EAR). Eligible candidates are; US Citizens, Green Card holders, Asylees or others eligible to receive US export license authorizations. Candidate must be authorized to work in the US.

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Timken is a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion. Our expanding portfolio of next-generation solutions helps customers around the world improve efficiency, solve their toughest challenges, and push the boundaries of performance. We employ 19,000 people globally, operate from 45 countries, and posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2025.


We have been recognized as one of America's Most Responsible Companies 6x by Newsweek and one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® 15x by Ethisphere.

Why Choose Timken?

• Over a century of knowledge and innovation
• A culture of top performance
• A global, diverse environment
• Products that contribute to a sustainable world
• A conviction to improve communities around us
• Competitive salary and benefits

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