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Calibration Technician

Employer
3M Companies
Location
Saint Paul
Salary
Competitive

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Job Description:

Calibration Technician

Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World

Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it's equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a diversity of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with 93,000 other curious, creative 3Mers.

"At 3M, we want to make sure that everyone, from all walks of life, know they can share their opinions, they're heard, and change is made based on their input." - Ann Anaya, chief diversity officer at 3M"

The Impact You'll Make in this Role

As a Calibration Technician, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:

* Applying knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, physics, and electronics to calibrate inspection, measurement, and test equipment (IM&TE) to ensure measurement accuracy. Also, will apply the principles of metrology in the area of; Electrical / Electronic, Thermodynamic, Dimensional, Physical, and Mechanical disciplines and associated sub-disciplines
* Reading and working to the indicated accuracy, specifications, and tolerances as detailed on appropriate calibration standards and standardized procedures
* Performing calibration troubleshooting or diagnoses, and performs corrective adjustments based on identified calibration problem
* Setting-up, operating, and reading precision testing and measuring instruments to the instrument manufacturers or client's specifications for accuracy. Precision testing and measuring instruments include devices such as, but not limited to ammeters, voltmeters, ohmmeters, oscilloscopes, balances, power supplies, thermometers, viscometer, scales, tachometers, strobe lights, hygrometers, pressure / vacuum gauges, microscopes, torque meters, and chart recorders
* Keeping work area neat and orderly, contributes efforts toward the overall cleanliness of the shop.

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M is looking for candidates who must have the following qualifications:

* Possess a High School Diploma/GED or higher (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution.
* Minimum two (2) years calibration experience in a private, public, government, or military environment.
* Minimum one (1) year calibration experience operating to ISO 17025, ISO 9001, or ANSI/CSL Z-540 standards in a private, public, government, or military environment.

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

* Possess a 2-year degree or higher from an accredited university
* Two (2) years of calibration experience within the last five (5) years in a private, public, government, or military environment
* Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory (PMEL) training or equivalent formal technical training
* Experience with Met/Cal Procedure Writing and Met/Team Database Administration in a private, public, government, or military environment
* Strong oral and written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with multiple functions and organizations

Travel: 0%

Relocation Assistance: Not authorized

This position will require: Working 1st Shift (7am to 3 pm)

This position may require:

* Weekend work
* Working overtime
* Working on holidays as needed

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Supporting Your Well-being

3M offers many programs to help you live your best life - both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.

Resources for You

For more details on what happens before, during and after the interview process, check out the Insights for Candidates page at 3M.com/careers.

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Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.

Pay & Benefits Overview:

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