Calibration Technician

Job Title: Calibration TechnicianJob Description

The Calibration Technician is responsible for the calibration, verification, maintenance, tracking, and documentation of inspection, measuring, and test equipment used throughout the organization. This role maintains accurate calibration records, coordinates external calibration services, performs internal calibrations, and supports compliance with quality system requirements, regulatory standards, and company procedures. The technician works independently with minimal supervision, proactively identifies calibration issues, schedules upcoming calibrations, investigates discrepancies, and contributes to continuous improvement of the overall calibration system.

Responsibilities

• Perform internal calibrations of measuring, inspection, and test equipment using appropriate tools and methods.

• Evaluate calibration results for accuracy and reliability, and document findings in accordance with established procedures.

• Conduct equipment verification activities and basic maintenance to ensure equipment remains in proper working condition.

• Identify out-of-tolerance conditions and support related investigations to determine root causes and corrective actions.

• Maintain calibration records, certificates, labels, and software databases to ensure complete and up-to-date documentation.

• Track calibration status and proactively schedule upcoming calibration activities to prevent overdue equipment.

• Coordinate calibration services with external vendors, including preparing equipment, documentation, and communication of requirements.

• Maintain the organization, cleanliness, and proper layout of the calibration laboratory.

• Monitor and maintain applicable environmental controls in the calibration area to support accurate and reliable measurements.

• Support internal and external audits by providing calibration records, documentation, and explanations of processes as needed.

• Help maintain compliance with quality system and regulatory requirements related to calibration and metrology.

• Identify and recommend opportunities to improve calibration processes, documentation practices, and overall system efficiency.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED.

• Minimum of 3 years of calibration experience.

• Experience calibrating, verifying, or maintaining measuring, inspection, and test equipment.

• Ability to evaluate and document calibration results accurately and clearly.

• Ability to read and follow safety rules, work instructions, and operating procedures.

• Strong attention to detail with a focus on documentation accuracy and traceability.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage priorities effectively.

• Strong work ethic and sense of urgency in completing calibration activities on time.

• Professional interpersonal skills with the ability to remain tactful, mature, and flexible in daily interactions.

• Knowledge of calibration tools and concepts, including calipers, micrometers, gauge blocks, and general metrology principles.

• Understanding of calibration records management and basic quality systems and regulatory compliance requirements.

• Ability to support out-of-tolerance investigations and contribute to maintaining regulatory and quality system compliance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience maintaining calibration records, certificates, and equipment labels in an organized and traceable manner.

• Experience working with calibration tracking software or electronic databases.

• Experience coordinating calibration services with external vendors, including scheduling and documentation.

• Familiarity with out-of-tolerance investigations and related documentation requirements.

• Experience supporting quality system or regulatory audits in an engineering, manufacturing, or regulated production environment.

• General computer proficiency for data entry, documentation, and use of calibration software.

• Experience working in an engineering office, manufacturing, or regulated production environment.

• Interest in contributing to continuous improvement of calibration processes and documentation.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-growing organization experiencing strong year-over-year growth.

Work Environment

This role operates primarily in an engineering office environment that supports cleanroom manufacturing activities. The Calibration Technician works with inspection, measuring, and test equipment, as well as calibration records, certificates, labels, and electronic databases. The environment emphasizes adherence to quality systems and regulatory standards, with regular interaction with engineering, production, and quality personnel. Work is largely independent, with minimal direct supervision, and involves maintaining an organized calibration laboratory and monitoring environmental controls. The company is experiencing rapid growth, offering opportunities to contribute to evolving processes and continuous improvement within a dynamic, quality-focused setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newbury Park, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newbury Park, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Newbury Park,CA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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