Gage Calibration Technician

Position Summary

Job Title: Quality Gage Calibration Technician
Exempt or Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

MARKETING STATEMENT
At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient, and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter, and make a difference.

POSITION SUMMARY
A Gage Calibration Technician is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and reliability of all measuring instruments and equipment used in manufacturing or operations, thereby maintaining product quality and compliance with industry standards like AS9100 or ISO/IEC 17025.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Responsibilities may include some or all of the following:

Inspecting and Calibrating: Performing routine inspections, testing, and calibration of a wide range of measuring devices, such as calipers, micrometers, pressure gauges, and electronic testing devices, against established national standards (e.g., those set by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)).

Maintenance and Repair: Performing preventative maintenance and minor repairs on malfunctioning equipment or coordinating external repair services when necessary.

Documentation and Record Keeping: Maintaining detailed and accurate records of all calibration, maintenance, and repair activities using calibration management software (GAGE Trak) to ensure traceability and compliance for audits.

Troubleshooting: Identifying out-of-tolerance conditions and performing root cause analysis to correct discrepancies.

Support and Training: Assisting quality and engineering departments in selecting appropriate new measuring equipment and training production personnel on the proper use and handling of gauges and measuring tools.

Compliance: Ensuring all processes and documentation comply with relevant quality and safety standards and participating in internal and external audits.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent with an associate's degree or other postsecondary training in a technical or scientific field (e.g., metrology, quality control) often preferred.

Three years related experience in a quality assurance, inspection, or similar role involving the use and maintenance of measuring equipment is often required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong understanding of gaging principles, measurement science (metrology), geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and industry standards (e.g., ISO/IEC 17025).

Ability to diagnose and resolve equipment issues systematically.

Clear written and verbal skills to write reports and ability to train others.

Proficiency with basic computer programs (Word, Excel) and specialized calibration management software.

Strong attention to detail.

Ability to work effectively with others and be a participative team player.

TYPICAL MENTAL AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the team member is required to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time. The team member is required to demonstrate manual dexterity and use hands to operate machinery. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Also expected of the team member is regular attendance, and the ability to work cooperatively and professionally with others.

Conditions of Employment

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

Competitive Compensation

• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.
  

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

Drug Tests

Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.