Job Description Summary
Job Description
Calibration technician is responsible for ensuring that various types of equipment and instruments are functioning accurately and within specified tolerances. The key responsibilities include but not limited to; manage calibration activities with the suppliers and maintain a wide range of measurement and testing equipment used in production and maintenance of propeller. The calibration technician ensures the accuracy and reliability of measurements, which is essential for quality control and compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Manage Calibration: Manage and maintain calibration of a wide range of measurement and testing equipment such as dimensional measurement, pressure gauges, thermometers, scales, torque wrenches, ovens, test rigs etc.
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Department Interaction: Schedule workload and track equipment due for calibration by generating reports from the system to ensure production and maintenance continuity by avoiding any overdue calibration.
Calibration Performance: Interact with the approved suppliers to schedule calibration for both portable and immovable equipment either prepare for shipping or arrange on-site calibration.
Calibration Register: Ensure that the calibration master register/tracker is up to date and the equipment is traceable within the system.
Records: Review and store records of calibration activities, including test results and calibration certificates.
Quality Assurance: Analyse and interpret calibration test result data and ensure that calibrated equipment meets accuracy and precision requirements and contribute to quality control processes.
Troubleshooting: Identify and diagnose instrument malfunction and make judgement if require repair or replacement before sending to suppliers.
Safety: Adhere to safety procedures and guidelines when handling equipment and hazardous materials.
Qualifications and skills
Technical Knowledge: Good knowledge of measurement principles and calibration techniques. Familiarity with various measuring instruments and their applications.
Attention to Detail: A high level of precision and attention to detail is essential to ensure accurate calibrations.
Analytical Skills: The ability to troubleshoot and diagnose instrument issues is important.
Communication: Good communication skills verbal and written for interacting with colleagues, suppliers and auditors.
Computer Skills: Proficiency in using computer software for data entry, analysis, and reporting.
Adaptability: The ability to work with a variety of equipment and adapt to changing calibration procedures and standards.
Total Reward
At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.
As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;
- Non-contributory Pension
- Life Assurance
- Group income protection
- Private medical cover
- Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell
Security Clearance
Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS
Right to Work
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No