2nd Shift Calibration Technician

Location: Falconer, NY

Salary Range: $ 35.48

About SKF:

SKF, reducing friction since 1907, re-imagining rotation for a better tomorrow!

SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer that has been a cornerstone in industrial life. Wherever there are machines or products in motion, SKF bearings are there to reduce friction. SKF drives the industries that support our way of life, powers the machines that put food on the table, and even helps explore the cosmos.

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF is on pace to decarbonize all its production facilities by 2030.

We're guided by our SKF values. Collaboration is critical to the success of our colleagues, partners, and customers. Curiosity and Courage provide a foundation for innovation and advancement. And we do this work out of Care for our people, customers, communities, and the planet.

We're a company committed to a culture of belonging, where all our people are encouraged to be themselves and grow their careers in an equitable environment.

Learn about SKF at www.skf.com .

Summary:

Install, calibrate, align, troubleshoot, test and repair Metrology equipment in compliance with prescribed and/or acceptable methods. Calibrate and monitor equipment per in-house procedures and specifications. Calibrate and record variations of test equipment and repair events per SKF procedures.

Key responsibilities:

Receives oral and/or written assignments pertaining to operation to be performed specifying location and general nature of work and general special instructions when necessary.

Secures any information including schematics, procedures, equipment manuals, and other related technical documentation as necessary.

Updates schematics and technical data when circuitry or system has been changed, modified, or otherwise necessary.

Observes equipment operation, and perso nnel applications of measurement and test equipment for compliance to metrology, inspection, and customer based standards as necessary.

Inspects circuits and overall gaging system using various @types of test equipment to determine the cause of any malfunction.

Removes, tests, repairs or replaces at the PC board, electronic component, or mechanical level including but not limited to: analog, digital, transistors, leds, integrated circuits, motors, power supplies, relays, solenoids, limit switches, logic controllers, sensors, styli, drives, as necessary.

Must have mechanical, electronic, and operational knowledge of metrology equipment.

Must be able to interpret electronic schematics, blueprints, illustrated part breakdowns, and technical data to metrology equipment.

Must keep current on electronics, optics, metrology, and troubleshooting techniques.

Assists other skilled trades, engineering, supervision, when necessary.

Ability to program, configure, maintain, and repair microprocessor based metrology equipment.

Must be able to operate, and train others in the proper operation of all in process and post process gaging.

Ability to perform surface lapping and optical flat measurements needed to repair and calibrate gaging.

Knowledge of various computer operating systems, program, and software applications.

Perform optical alignments to equipment.

Installs or modifies electronic controllers and instruments per factory or SKF specifications.

Assists manufacturers' service representatives and service engineers during the installation and repair of metrology equipment.

Maintain selected inventory of metrology equipment spare parts.

Updates the records of work performed in the resolution of these issues as necessary. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Education Requirements: Must posses a high school diploma or GED.

Work Experience Requirements: Must possess a certified journeyman card or have 8 years of documented work within the trade, in an industrial environment. Documented military experience will be considered.

Machines and Equipment: Calibration and repair of all surface finish and form profile and roundness systems (Form Talysurf, Federal Formscans, Federal Surfanylyzers, etc...), waveometers, anderonmeters, temperature / environmental recorders, optical comparators, pc based hardware associated with gaging, in-process and post process gaging systems. Calibrations of NDT, Magnaflux, Nital etch, Zyglo, and Eddy current systems. Calibration and repair of electro-mechanical, electro-optic, drives and controllers associated with laser marking systems.

Tools used: Electronic test equipment including but not limited to computers, oscilloscopes, multimeters, frequency counters and generators, multifunction calibrators, multipoint recorders, master and portable potentiometers, timers, gage blocks, other traceable standards. Various hand tools and equipment including but not limited to soldering irons, air pencils, taps and dies, mini lathe, drill press, surface lapping tools, calibration jigs and fixtures.

Materials Processed: N/A

Physical Demands: Standing and walking primarily. Transports test equipment to and from the job site.

Working Conditions: Works above and below floor level, climbs stairs and ladders as required. Assumes varied and awkward positions, in and out of doors as required.

Potential Hazards: Risk of exposure to laser radiation, shocks, burns, cuts, bruises, and certain chemical compounds. Wears personal protective equipment as necessary, safety goggles, facemask, rubber shoes or boots, grounding strap, apron and gloves.

Safety of Others: Instructs personnel as to standard safety procedures to be used, as well as the possibility of accidents and inherent dangers associated with working on equipment. See that warnings are posted on equipment when necessary, and that Personal Protective Equipment is used.

May be required to support other initiatives as follows:

Dedicated, full time hourly resource, responsible for a specific area.

Focuses on defined and quantified levels of achievement,

Driver of lean manufacturing (pillars) and a leader of cultural change.

Trainer and facilitator for continuous improvement activities that take place within their area.

Perform audits on achievements to verify and insure sustainability.

Develop and implement recognition for an area's achievements.

What You'll Love About SKF:

Rest and Relaxation. Vacation is accrued beginning the July 1 immediately following your Hire Date and eligible for 13 paid holidays!

Health and Wellness Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Excellent medical and dental plans to fit your needs; a wellness plan that includes biometric screening and health risk assessment for you and your spouse!

Invest in your Future. SKF offers amazing retirement options! Participate in our 401K program that boasts a per pay period 6% deposit to your Vanguard account (100% Vested).

Much more! Growth opportunities, employee assistance program, life insurance, vehicle discount programs, and with so many benefits to working for SKF, we could not name them all!

Invest in your Future. Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution: 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.

Reports to: Electrical Engineer

Location: Falconer, NY

Job ID: 22331

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