Calibrator

With more than 75 years of expertise, WIKA Instrument, LP is the industry pioneer in the measurement of pressure, temperature, level, force, flow, and calibration technology. Since its founding in 1946, WIKA has grown into a family-run, privately held industry leader with eight domestic locations in addition to production facilities all over the world. WIKA provides a fantastic working environment, exceptional benefits, and professional advancement.

Would you like the opportunity to take ownership of your career development through a variety of cross-training opportunities? As a WIKA Manufacturing employee, you will be an essential part of core manufacturing operations, ensuring that a quality product is produced.  We have an immediate need for a Calibrator.  We offer a speedy interview and orientation process for this role. 

You’re excited about this opportunity because WIKA offers….

• Competitive salary 
• Clean Climate-controlled facility 
• Excellent Medical Benefits
• Wellness Programs 
• Generous 401k
• Company Paid Life Insurance 
• PTO & Paid Holidays

BASIC PURPOSE:

Perform calibration of pressure and/or temperature measuring devices in a production cell. Operate production calibration equipment. Perform minor equipment adjustments as necessary.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES OF JOB:

• Performs calibration and adjustments on gauges
• Installs, repairs, maintains and adjusts process instruments used to control and measure variables, such as pressure
• Makes adjustments as necessary to produce product within specified accuracy 
• Performs changeovers and assists in troubleshooting calibration equipment, rejects non calibratable product
• Operates within standard operating procedures (SOPs) and special instructions (SIs). 
• Completes daily production logs. 
• Performs preventive maintenance on calibration equipment. 
• Communicates with operators from other shifts. 
• Cleans and maintains work area. (5S)
• Assists mechanics and machinists in repair work
• Performs ancillary duties as needed

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:   

• Previous experience working in manufacturing environment, is preferred
• Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required. This is normally acquired through a high school diploma or equivalent
• Manual dexterity required for operating machinery and computers. 
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds required. 
• The ability to stand for long periods up to eight or more hours at a time
• Able to work in noisy environment.
• Good eyesight (eyesight correction acceptable).
• Be able to work overtime if required.  (including weekends)
• Reach 80% of potential output with 100% quality for the product family of the home cell