Calibration Technician

Company: Fortive Corporation
Location: Beaverton
Posted on: January 18, 2023

Job Description:

We believe that cultivating a deeper sense of loyalty and belonging is key to how we attract and retain our best people. By embracing our diverse experiences and views, we are better positioned to deliver results, create innovations that matter, and thrive in todays changing world. This reality inspires our Inclusion & Diversity vision, We Are More Together, and guides our approach as we all work toward creating great places where our teams work and thrive.We have an exceptional opportunity for a Calibration Technician to join our team in the Beaverton area. We are seeking innovative problem solvers who can provide creative service solutions to our customers. Calibration Technicians perform routine and complex work related to the repair and calibration of test, measurement and diagnostic equipment. If you are ready for the next step in your career, we have an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Calibration Technician to join our team.Responsibilities Include: Achieves customer satisfaction though completion of calibration services within expected timeframes Accurately enters data into tracking database Performs final inspection of work completed by other technicians Create budgets, datasheets, and procedures independently based upon instrument specifications and approved methods; assists less experienced technicians as needed. Completes all documentation supporting customer requirements, reporting, ISO and other quality systems. Interacts with customer for items requiring repair or limited calibration. Perform high to advanced complexity calibrations; PD & GP and some RF measurement areas. Determine methods and procedures on new assignments. Performs preventative maintenance and repairs Acts as a technical subject matter expert in multiple measurement disciplines May act as an informal team leader. Validates new calibration processes Application and understanding of Quality protocols Performs work at the customer location as well as in the service center Plans, oversees, organizes, participates, and/or leads onsite events; resolves complex issues with minimal assistance from supervisors or managers. Functions frequently as the primary representative of Tektronix to the customer. Possesses a thorough understanding of quality management system policies and procedures; can explain them to others FBS implementation - Daily Scheduling Improvements, Visual Management Improvements, Kaizen Charters, Lead Kaizens, High level problem solving. Performs other laboratory support functions as required in an efficient and orderly manner.The successful candidate will possess the following combination of education and experience:Required: Typically requires a minimum of 4-6 years of related experience Must have excellent customer service skills. Must have good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work as a skilled specialist, completes tasks in resourceful and effective ways Ability to work on assignments that are moderately difficult, requiring considerable judgement and initiative. Demonstrates understanding of implication of work and makes recommendations for solutions Proficient with Windows, Microsoft Office, and Internet applications with an emphasis on Excel required. Ability to travel as needed for personal skill enhancement and training; as well as, to fully support the customer calibration requirements. Must meet requirements to drive a company vehicle (Valid driver's license and clean driving record). U.S. Citizenship. Capable of lifting (50 pounds) unassisted.Preferred: College degree, or continued education. Military Metrology/Calibration (PMEL or TMDE) training. 2-year Technical certification Experience in equipment calibration in the following disciplines:o Biomedicalo General Purposeo Physical DimensionalWhen you join Tektronix and Fortive, you will work in an extraordinary team, learning with and from great people, where diversity and inclusion is celebrated. You will have the opportunity to do work that makes a difference in the world. You will be trusted and empowered to contribute in meaningful ways with visibility and accountability. We are obsessed with our customers and have a commitment to transparency, unending learning and growth to accelerate progress and innovation. Join us for the excitement of a startup with a history of success! For You. For Us. For Growth. This position's primary/essential functions are subject to US Government ITAR compliance requirements under current government contracts. Therefore, all applicants must be either a US Citizen or a holder of a current valid Green Card and must provide proof of citizenship or legal residency via a birth certificate, a current valid green card, unexpired passport, or a naturalization certificate. We encourage applicants to bring such proof to their interview. However, in no case will applicants be allowed to begin their scope of work in this specific position without providing such proof.All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of our pre-employment drug screening, background/criminal check, and if applicable a motor vehicle record search and/or financial record check.Candidates with less education/experience may be considered for other opportunities.Fortive is a diversified industrial growth company comprised of global businesses that are recognized leaders in attractive markets. With more than $6 billion in annual revenues, Fortives well-known brands hold leading positions in field instrumentation, transportation, sensing, product realization, automation and specialty, and franchise distribution.Fortive is headquartered in Everett, Washington and employs a team of more than 24,000 research and development, manufacturing, sales, distribution, service and administrative employees in more than 40 countries around the world. Our team grows by tackling challenges that accelerate progress and further their careers. With a culture rooted in continuous improvement, the core of our companys operating model is the Fortive Business System. For more information please visit: www.fortive.com. Tektronix is a place where people are challenged to explore the boundaries of whats possible, bringing the digital future one step closer every day. Our work accelerates technological breakthroughs that are revolutionizing culture and industry worldwide. Through precision-engineered measurement solutions, we work with our customers to eliminate the barriers between inspiration and realization of world-changing technologies. Realize your true potential at Tektronix join us in revolutioneering a better tomorrow."The company in which you have expressed employment interest is a subsidiary or affiliate of Fortive Corporation. The subsidiary or affiliate is referred to as a Fortive Company. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are equal opportunity employers that evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and other characteristics protected by law. The "EEO is the Law" poster is available at: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1-866-272-5573 or e-mail applyassistance@fortive.com to request accommodation."

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