Woodward, Inc

1st Shift Calibration Technician II (M-F 7AM - 3:30 PM)

Woodward, Inc$72K — $106K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma required, Technical/Vocational Degree in Instrumentation, calibration, mechanics, electronics or statistics preferred.
  • 2-5 years of experience in mechanical/electronic instrument calibration/service in a manufacturing environment.
  • Intermediate knowledge of electrical/electronic theory and mechanical principles.
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.
  • Experience with precision mechanical and electronic measurement devices.

Responsibilities

  • Perform periodic calibration and verification of instruments according to schedules and work instructions.
  • Assist in troubleshooting and correcting basic malfunctions in test equipment.
  • Participate in the installation of instrumentation in test setups as needed.
  • Work with engineering and production to address intermediate calibration issues.
  • Document calibration results and problems in compliance with quality requirements.
  • Analyze test results and make adjustments to meet specifications.
  • Notify supervisors of out-of-tolerance situations to minimize production impact.

Benefits

  • 9.5% annual retirement benefit opportunity.
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
  • 12 paid holidays each year.
  • Industry leading medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Vacation, sick time, vacation buy-up, and bereavement leave.
  • Adoption assistance and an employee assistance program for mental health.
  • Various voluntary benefits including home/auto insurance discounts.
Full Job Description
  • Estimated hourly pay: $34.94 - $51.24. Plus, shift differential and overtime, if applicable
  • 9.5% annual retirement benefit opportunity
  • Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
  • 12 paid holidays
  • Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance
  • Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Bereavement Leave
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
  • Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
  • Member referral bonus
  • Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
  • Voluntary benefits, including:
  • Home / Auto Insurance discounts
  • Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave


Are you ready to make your mark? If you're a Calibration Technician 2, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

  • The Calibration Technician 2 and is responsible for performing calibration and Intermediate repair/troubleshooting of instrumentation and measuring systems. Typical duties involve calibration of analog and digital pressure gauges, temperature controllers and thermocouples, weighing scales, tachometers and timers, flow meters and flow metering systems, electronic instruments and custom electrical test systems for fuel control applications, .and machine tooling and fixtures. The Calibration Technician Level 2 also assists A&T Test operations personnel with troubleshooting of instrumentation systems to resolve intermediate problems with production test equipment..


Essential Functions
  • Performs periodic calibration and verification of instruments and systems per written work instructions and according to predetermined schedules with guidance from a level 3 technician. Understands and is capable of operating all pressure calibration master systems including pressure masters and deadweight calibrator for pressure instrument calibration; deadweights for scale calibration; master timer for time calibrations and Wahl temperature master for temperature controller and thermocouple calibration; primary standard flow calibrators for calibration of turbine, positive displacement and coriolis flowmeter calibration; Fluke 5700 calibration standard for voltage, current and resistance calibration functions; performs calibration on inspection equipment, as needed.
  • Assists in diagnosing and correcting basic malfunctions in test equipment and associated instrumentation.
  • Participates in installation of instrumentation in test equipment, connecting instruments to existing hydraulic, mechanical systems in production or development test stands, as needed.
  • Works with Production and test Engineering to resolve Intermediate problems with calibration test equipment and ensure proper use and application of calibration instrumentation.
  • Documents mechanical or electrical problems and utilizes internal and external resources to find solutions to those intermediate problems as it relates to calibration.
  • Analyzes test results in relation to design or rated specification and test objectives; modifies or adjusts equipment to meet specifications.
  • Documents calibration work in an calibration database in compliance with quality requirements and to demonstrate compliance with customer and regulatory agency requirements.
  • Notifies Production Supervisors and consults with Engineering to resolve out of tolerance situations and analyze the impact on production hardware.
  • Verifies calibration requirements from work instructions with guidance from a Level 3 Technician for new equipment based on Engineering recommendations and input.
  • Participates in internal audits to meet quality requirements and demonstrate compliance with customer requirements.


Other Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What We Are Looking For

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
  • Intermediate ability to read mechanical and electrical/electronic/hydraulic drawings and hydraulic schematics or blueprints.
  • Intermediate knowledge of electrical/electronic theory, mechanical principles, and hydraulics systems.
  • Ability to read and use a wide range of precision mechanical and electronic measurement devices.
  • Windows PC skills with some functional experience using spreadsheet, word processing, and database screens.
  • The ability to provide excellent service to internal customers.
  • The ability to interact cooperatively and collaboratively with others as a team.
  • Ability to learn and apply new concepts/techniques to work environment.
  • Ability to read and understand work documents, to communicate clearly to coworkers and supervisors, to listen attentively and comprehend key pieces of spoken information.
  • The ability to accomplish work tasks in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Intermediate knowledge of data acquisition systems.
  • Ability to prioritize work requirements.
  • Works with outside suppliers and customers.


Education or Formal Training
  • US - High School Diploma required and US - Technical/Vocational Degree Instrumentation, calibration; mechanics, electronics and statistics

Experience
  • 2-5 years' Experience in mechanical/electronic instrument calibration/service in and manufacturing environment.


This position is part of an IAM Bargained Group.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR and EAR or possess all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State Department and the U.S. Department of Commerce. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

About Woodward, Inc

Woodward, Inc. is an independent designer, manufacturer, and service provider of control solutions for the aerospace and industrial markets. The company's innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, and motion control systems help customers offer cleaner, more reliable, and more efficient equipment. Woodward is headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado, USA, and serves customers worldwide.
Learn more about Woodward, Inc
Size
7,200 employees
Market Cap
$5.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$228.5 million
Founded
1870
5 Year Trend
+2.6%
Revenue
$2.3 billion
NASDAQ

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