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Title

Calibration Technician

Department

Quality

Reports to

Mechanical Inspection Supervisor

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RPO is a global leader in precision optics, optical components, and optical assemblies. We specialize in a full spectrum of products & services including – Design and Engineering, Systems Integration, Lens Assembly, Visible and Infrared Components, Glass and Plastic Molded Aspheres, and Thin Film Coating. As one of the fastest growing companies in Rochester, RPO offers exciting career paths and work on market-leading programs. See below one of many career opportunities to join to RPO team!

Job Summary:

The Calibration Technician is responsible for ensuring that all measurement and test equipment used in the production process and metrology areas are calibrated and maintained to meet required standards. The technician will work to ensure the accuracy and reliability of instruments, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, company policies, and customer specifications. There may be long periods of standing while calibrating some Measurement and Test Equipment, logging and reporting data.

Summary of Essential Job Duties:

· Calibration of Instruments and Equipment:

o Interact professionally with Purchasing, Engineering, Quality Assurance, Production, and other departments to identify calibration needs and schedule activities.

o Selection and calibration of inspection and test equipment, working with equipment and calibration suppliers

o Perform calibration of various types of instruments, including but not limited to micrometers, calipers, drop indicators and test indicators

o Request quotes and submit Purchase Orders for outside calibration

o Use calibration procedures, technical manuals, and established standards to ensure all instruments are calibrated correctly

o Maintain accurate calibration records in the calibration software, and certificates of calibration for each instrument

§ Document all calibration activities accurately and maintain records in compliance with internal and external quality management systems (such as ISO 9001, ISO 17025)

§ Generate and review calibration reports, including any deviations or issues found during the calibration process

· Assist in the analysis of measurement data, identifying trends or potential issues with instruments.

· Assist in the preparation of calibration procedures and help ensure that they align with company standards and regulatory guidelines

· Provide technical support and guidance to other team members or departments regarding equipment calibration and measurement practices.

· Identifies and recommends improvement opportunities

· Participate in audits (internal and external) related to calibration and maintenance practices.

· Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

· Familiarity with QC inspection equipment and techniques

· Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

· Computer skills, including Microsoft Office

· Ability to interpret optical and mechanical drawings, standards and specifications

· Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS-9100, AS9102, MIL-STD-810, MIL-PRF-13830, ISO 10-110 and other standards preferred

· Familiarity with control of government property preferred

· Familiarity of Gage R&R, Measurement Analysis

· Ability to work well with people

· Self-starter, capable of working with little supervision

· Good oral and written communication skills

· Good multi-tasking skills

Requirements and Competencies:

Language Skills:

· Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, drawings, and specifications.

· Ability to communicate effectively to team members and management.

Mathematical Skills:

· Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts.

Experience/Certifications/Degrees Required:

· 1-3 years of experience as a Calibration Technician or in a similar role.

Additional Requirements:

· Pursuant to ITAR, EAR, and other export compliance laws and regulations, applicants for this position must be U.S. Persons as defined by U.S. law, i.e., U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents ("Green Card" holders), persons granted refugee status or asylum status in the United States, or temporary residents granted amnesty.

Work Requirements:

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand: use hands to fingers, handle or feel: and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch: and talk and hear.

· The job may involve prolong periods of sitting/standing.

· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus and see colors. May involve prolonged periods of magnified inspection (eye strain)

• Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp.

• The employee is frequently required to use the computer.

Work Environment:

· May involve the use of oils and solvents.

· Subject to some soilage and irritation from cleaning solutions. (Lab Coats provided)

· Generally works in a clean environment and works to maintain the environment as such.

· Safety Glasses as required

· May require area specific safety training

• This position works in a manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

• The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne paper particles.

• May work at different workstations as production needs require, or shifts from one station to another, during the production process.

Travel:

• This position may require a moderate amount of travel (Domestic & International) with the understanding that travel is absolutely required when market urgencies and opportunities arise.

• Schedule flexibility is required.

Compensation & Benefits:

RPO offers highly competitive, total compensation packages linked directly to employee’s professional experience. RPO’s benefits include: Tuition Reimbursement Program, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, 9 paid holidays, generous paid vacation and sick time and a 401(k) plan after a 60-day waiting period. Additionally, we work a 4/10 work week that provides for every Friday as a non-work day.

Disclaimer:

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Rochester Precision Optics is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our business and our people.

EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

RPO offers a competitive work life balance with a 4-10 work schedule.

Shift is Monday-Thursday 5am-3:30pm