Calibration Technician

April 2026

Supervisor’s Title: Quality Assurance (QA) Operations Manager

Reports to: QA Operations Manager

Department: Quality Assurance

Exempt Status: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday

Job Summary

The Quality Assurance Calibration Technician is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and proper functioning of laboratory and production equipment used in quality control processes. This role focuses on calibrating instruments such as pH meters, supporting calibration of analytical equipment (including FOSS systems), and troubleshooting equipment issues to maintain compliance with quality and regulatory standards. 

Essential Functions

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to

• Calibration:
  • Assist with calibration and standardization of FOSS analytical equipment (e.g., NIR, FTIR, or compositional analyzers)
  • Maintain accurate calibration records, logs, and documentation in compliance with QA and regulatory requirements.
  • Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and coordinate repairs or corrective actions as needed.
  • Support QA and production teams by ensuring equipment accuracy for testing and product release.
  • Identify calibration deviations and initiate corrective actions.
  • Assist in developing and updating calibration procedures and SOPs.
  • Inspect, perform, and document calibrations according to company policies and procedures.
  • Keep equipment operating within specified ranges.
  • Assure that equipment is calibrated and maintained according to ISO standards and safety regulations.
  • Perform preventive maintenance and service equipment. 
  • Perform maintenance, repair, calibration, and preventative maintenance of test, measurement, and inspection instruments.
  • Resolve calibration issues with accuracy of measurement and compliance with specifications. 
  • Check the instrument calibration, scale challenge, and temperature records.
  • Monitor lab proficiency tests.
• Product Knowledge:
  • Develop a deep understanding of Panhandle Products features, products, and functionality.
  • Stay updated on product changes, enhancements, and updates to provide accurate support.
  • Contribute insights and feedback to production based on customer interactions.
• Other Essential Duties:
  • Promotes and adheres to all policies and procedures relating to Good Manufacturing’s Practices (GMP’s), food safety, and regulatory compliance.
  • Complies with all applicable food safety regulations and mandates (Safe Quality Foods, Food and Drug Administration, Pasteurized Milk Ordinance).
  • Complies with all company food safety policies and procedures (including Good Manufacturing Practices).
  • Responsible for providing food safety and quality feedback to the appropriate manager.
  • Perform other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Dairy, Industrial Engineering, or related majors is preferred. 
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must have up-to-date knowledge of FMSA, GFSI Standards, and a concrete understanding of food processing, microbiology, sanitation, HACCP, GMP, and environmental monitoring.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Punctual and regular attendance is required.
• English skills must be proficient to understand, read, write, and speak.
• Complies with all safety policies, practices, and procedures. Reports all unsafe activity to the manager and/or Human Resources.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions

Physical Requirements:

• Physical effort is regularly required.
• May be trained and required to operate a forklift.
• Ascending or descending ramps, stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolding.
• Frequently involves crouching, stooping, kneeling, and/or climbing or balancing.
• Frequently involves lifting more than 50 lbs.

Typical Environmental Conditions:

• Works in a food processing manufacturing facility with moderate noise.
• May be exposed to moderate to high noise levels (i/e, production equipment, forklifts, heavy traffic).
• May be exposed to humidity, intense heat and cold, outdoor weather conditions, fumes, and toxic chemicals.
• May work in areas with mechanical moving parts, above ground with risk of falling, or areas with risk of electrical shock. May be exposed to ingredients that may cause allergic reactions and may be exposed to various allergen ingredients.

Panhandle Products is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.