Calibration Technician jobs in Roanoke, VA

Description

Rhenus Automotive is offering the opportunity to be a part of a global entity in our growing division of North America. We provide a variety of employment opportunities for our communities with entry and advanced technical engineering positions. We are looking for an experienced Calibration Technician to join our team in Salem, Virginia. Our state-of-the-art automotive production facility is serving the needs of a large customer in a fast-paced environment.

Our culture: We take great pride in being an employer who focuses on our people and their individual potential. We offer great opportunities for your personal growth and are known for the great care we take with customers and employees alike. We are focused on cultivating a friendly work environment and enabling a free exchange of ideas. We believe in a personality fit rather than a resume fit.

• We offer affordable health, dental, and vision benefits starting the first day of employment.
• We have a generous PTO benefit.
• We also offer a 7% 401k match.

Requirements

RESPONSABILITIES:

The Calibration Technician will report to the Quality Manager and will be responsible for overseeing the verification and calibration of all measurement tools. These measurement tools include, but may not be limited to, all torque wrenches used on the production line. 

The Calibration Technician will: 

• Use the torque certification bench to ensure all torque wrenches are reading accurately
• Assess all measurement tools periodically to ensure that they are functioning properly
• Outsource calibration and repair of tools, which will include (1) obtaining quotes, and (2) sending out and receiving in tools to be calibrated and/or repaired
• Recommend tools that need to be replaced
• Perform verification measurements of critical characteristic joints (CCs) and significant characteristic joints (SCs) and keep these measurements documented
• Work with Quality, Tool Technicians, and Engineering to resolve issues and make improvements
• Keep work areas clean and organized

REQUIRED SKILL AND ABILITIES:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate’s Degree in Engineering or similar technical degree preferred but not required
• At least 1 year of professional experience in a production environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to draw conclusions from a variety of data sources
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks according to business objectives and the ability to pursue several objectives simultaneously.
• High attention to detail 
• Good communication skills and good, positive attitude
• Ability to collaborate and remain calm and professional in a fast-paced environment 
• Computer proficiency 
• Strong customer service skills (customer-focused and people-focused)
• Ability to follow detailed directions
• Willingness to work overtime as required

Rhenus Automotive Salem is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.