Calibration Technician - Newaygo Area

Job Description

Job Description

Calibration Technician | Newaygo, MI

Salary Range: $50,000 - $77,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Newaygo seeking Calibration Technicians.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Newaygo region seeking Calibration Technicians. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform precise calibration of manufacturing equipment and instrumentation.
• Maintain accurate calibration records and documentation in accordance with quality standards.
• Troubleshoot, adjust, and repair malfunctioning instruments failing calibration.
• Develop, review, and update calibration procedures and work instructions.
• Ensure all calibration activities comply with industry standards (e.g., ISO 17025, NIST traceability).
• Manage and schedule routine calibration cycles to minimize production downtime.
• Support internal and external audits of calibration processes and documentation.

Recommended Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Metrology, Electronics, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent military/trade school training.
• Minimum 2 years of experience performing calibration in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Demonstrated understanding of calibration principles, measurement uncertainty, and metrology standards (e.g., ISO 17025, NIST traceability).
• Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting a variety of test and calibration equipment for parameters such as pressure, temperature, flow, and electrical.
• Proficient in using calibration management software and Microsoft Office Suite for documentation and record-keeping.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with calibration management software (e.g., Beamex, Fluke Metrology Xplorer).
• Knowledge of advanced metrology concepts such as Measurement System Analysis (MSA) or Gage R&R.
• Ability to perform minor repairs or adjustments to instrumentation.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Calibration Specialist, Metrology Technician, Instrumentation Technician, Instrument Technician, Test Equipment Calibration Technician, Precision Measurement Technician, Measurement Technician

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.