Calibration Technician I

Title: Calibration Technician I

Location: Minnetonka, MN

Duration: 6 Months (100% onsite)

Job description:

Performs calibrations working under minimal supervision, performs accuracy verification of measurement and test equipment used in production, product development and research and development (R&D). Types of test equipment includes, but not limited to: Dimensional, Physical, Mechanical, Torque, Electronics, Temperature/Humidity and electronic equipment.

Job Duties:

• Calibrates inspection, measurement, and test equipment (IM&TE) to written protocols.
• Maintain accurate written and calibration records with the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) database.
• Utilizing various measurement/test equipment and computers, calibrates electronic test measuring equipment and signal generating equipment to conform to set standards using Fluke MetCal / MetTeam automated calibration software. 
• Tests, calibrates, adjusts, and maintains measuring and indicating instruments. 
• Disassemble, cleans, repairs, and replaces defective parts of test equipment.
• Sends out equipment to external calibration service providers. 
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities, on occasion, as assigned.

General Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Precision Measurement Electronics Lab (PMEL) certification in the U.S. military or equivalent electronics and calibration training desired
• Fluke MetCal / MetTeam experience
• 1-year related work experience in the calibration of test equipment.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the job, including the ability to set up and operate standard Metrology instruments.
• Established eye-hand coordination, the capability to work with small precision devices and frequently used hand tools, a comprehensive knowledge of the calibration and test equipment, and the ability to work independently under minimal supervision 
• Demonstrated ability to read, write and converse in technical terminology, and perform a range of mathematical calculations and measurements.
• The ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English is also required; this requirement includes clear, understandable speech and demonstrated comprehension skills.
• Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.
• Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.
• Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.
• Multitasks, prioritizes, and meets deadlines in timely manner.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Consultants Eligible Benefits Upon Waiting Period:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account (for High Deductible Health Plans)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit)
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state)
• Long Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance
• MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance
• 401(k)

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional and branded generic medicines.

Working together, Abbott and Talent Solutions partner to deliver top talent for contingent roles at Abbott, building better and healthier lives. Abbott believes all employees are essential to creating life-changing breakthroughs, performing key duties to create life-changing breakthroughs.