What are the responsibilities and job description for the Calibration Technician position at Nord Gear Corporation?
Calibration & Equipment Maintenance
- Manage, coordinate, and perform calibration of torque tools, gauges, and CMM equipment across North American facilities (requires periodic travel to Charlotte, NC, and McKinney, TX).
- Conduct preventive maintenance (PM) on all air torque tools during scheduled calibration events.
- Maintain and execute calibration schedules for all small measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, click wrenches, etc.).
- Calibrate production press hydraulic pressure gauges and related testing instruments.
CMM Operation & Management
- Serve as the CMM process owner — responsible for setup, scheduling calibration, programming, and operation of the machine.
- Perform dimensional inspections on machined, in-process, production, and vendor-supplied parts using the CMM.
- Develop and maintain CMM programs and train operators and technicians in proper use and measurement techniques.
Inspection & Quality Support
- Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections on machined components to ensure dimensional compliance.
- Support the Quality Department in verifying incoming materials and supplier components against specifications.
- Participate in root cause analysis of non-conforming parts and assist in implementing corrective and preventive actions.
Documentation & Continuous Improvement
- Develop, update, and maintain written calibration procedures, work instructions, and training materials.
- Maintain accurate calibration and inspection records to ensure traceability and audit readiness.
- Collaborate on quality initiatives and continuous improvement projects to enhance process efficiency and product reliability.
- Actively contribute to company suggestion, quality, efficiency, and cost-reduction programs.