Calibration Technician | Muskegon, MI

Salary Range: $50,000 - $77,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling as a calibration technician? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We collaborate with companies in the Muskegon area seeking experienced Calibration Technicians.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Calibration Technician opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Muskegon in Muskegon County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Muskegon Heights and North Muskegon.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with multiple companies in the Muskegon area seeking experienced Calibration Technicians. These organizations value long-term fit and look for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Usual Responsibilities

• Perform routine checks and minor repairs on gauges, meters, and sensors.
• Maintain calibration standards and verify their traceability.
• Follow written procedures and quality system requirements for each task.
• Report calibration problems and equipment trends to the supervisor.
• Calibrate measuring instruments and test equipment on a scheduled basis.
• Record calibration results and update equipment records in the tracking system.
• Compare readings against known standards and adjust instruments as needed.
• Tag and quarantine equipment that fails calibration or is out of tolerance.

Recommended Qualifications

• Basic math skills and attention to detail in recording data.
• Understanding of quality standards and calibration traceability.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience calibrating instruments in a manufacturing or lab setting.
• Ability to read procedures, specs, and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and multimeters.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with electrical, pressure, or temperature calibration.
• Associate degree in electronics, metrology, or a related field.
• Experience with calibration software and equipment databases.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 requirements.
• Formal metrology or calibration training or certification.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Calibration Specialist, Measurement Technician, Electronics Technician, Gauge Technician, Quality Control Technician, Metrology Technician, Instrument Technician, Quality Technician, Test Technician

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search - market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.