We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 13 Feb 2026
At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
A Day in the Life
We believe that when people from different cultures, genders, and points of view come together, innovation is the result -and everyone wins. Medtronic walks the walk, creating an inclusive culture where you can thrive.
Join a diverse team of innovators who bring their worldview, their unique backgrounds, and their individual life experiences to work every day. It's no accident -we work hard to cultivate a workforce that reflects our patients and partners. We believe it's the only way to drive healthcare forward and remain a global leader in medical technology and solutions.
As a Calibration / Metrology Technician IV, you will perform job functions under limited supervision in the laboratory, production area, clean room, and test environments.
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
Perform calibrations and measurements traceable to NIST and the International System of Units (SI) using appropriately maintained reference standards.? Test, inspection, and measurement equipment range from general-purpose physical and dimensional equipment to custom-built manufacturing equipment. Disciplines comprise: Mass, Temperature, Humidity, Vacuum, Length, Optics, Conductivity, Pressure, Dimensional Metrology, Force, Torque, Flow, plus more.
Create and modify calibration procedures by determining metrology requirements from manufacturer's manuals, laboratory methods, system requirements, or other approved documentation.
Coordinate with external suppliers to schedule and manage calibration services, ensuring timely completion and adherence to quality standards. Create and maintain purchase orders for outsourced calibration activities and monitor vendor performance.
Interact with equipment owning engineers and technicians to schedule calibration activities, provide guidance related to selection of test and measurement equipment, and lead others in following appropriate documented procedures in place for the Metrology department.
Place a strong focus on attention to detail while properly documenting calibration results into the calibration tracking database using validated templates or test point grids.? As appropriate, issue Out of Tolerance (OOT) or Non-conformance (NC) reports.
Troubleshoot, inspect, and adjust/repair test and measurement equipment in support of new and existing projects.
Provide in-lab and on-site calibration support for equipment that is either too sensitive to move or is too large and not feasible to relocate.
Work overtime when necessary to support high priority requests or meet project goals.
Provide direction or training to lower-level technicians.
Required Knowledge and Experience: Requires high school diploma or equivalent and minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
Nice to Have:
Minimum of two years of electronic or physical calibration-related technical school training (60 semester credits) to preferably include metrology and calibration, or equivalent military education such as PMEL or like training
ASQ Certified Calibration Technician
Strong math and physics background
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) and Windows OS
Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing techniques interpreting blueprints
Experience with MS Excel spreadsheet template development and validation testing
Knowledge of calibration and measurement principles:? measurement uncertainty, measurement traceability, measurement standards, test uncertainty/accuracy ratios, measurement system analysis (MSA), SI units, calibration intervals, and out-of-tolerance reporting.
Familiar with these regulations: FDA 21 CFR Part 820 cGMP, ISO 13485, ISO 10012, and ISO 17025
Familiar with NIST, BIPM, NCSL, ASTM, ASME, or other organizations related to metrology, measurements, or standards.
Organized, efficient, process oriented; interpersonal/communication skills; self-motivated; team player; strong work ethic; works well under pressure in a dynamic environment; tactful, exercises independent judgment and discretion - professional presentation.
Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.?
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
Benefits & Compensation
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$68,800.00 - $103,200.00
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Operations Incentive Plan (OIP).
The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
Further details are available at the link below:
Medtronic benefits and compensation plans (https://www3.benefitsolver.com/benefits/BenefitSolverView?page_name=signon&co_num=30601&co_affid=medtronic)
About Medtronic
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