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Calibration Technician - Flint Area at The Pivot Group in Flint, MI
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Calibration Technician | Flint, MI
Salary Range: $48,000 - $74,000 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 Flint 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 Flint in Genesee County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Corunna, Swartz Creek, Clio, and Flushing.
The Opportunity
We partner with organizations in the Flint area that seek Calibration Technicians. These companies are committed to building strong teams and look for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.
Usual Responsibilities
- Compare readings against known standards and adjust instruments as needed.
- Tag and quarantine equipment that fails calibration or is out of tolerance.
- 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.
Recommended Qualifications
- Ability to read procedures, specs, and technical drawings.
- Familiarity with measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and multimeters.
- 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.
Bonus Qualifications
- 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.
- Experience with electrical, pressure, or temperature calibration.
Job Titles That Should Apply
Measurement Technician, Electronics Technician, Gauge Technician, Quality Control Technician, Metrology Technician, Instrument Technician, Quality Technician, Test Technician, Calibration Specialist
Work Authorization
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Why The Pivot Group Network
The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic - they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.
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.