Picture this: In a high-tech manufacturing facility, a professional meticulously adjusts sophisticated measuring equipment using specialized tools and standards. They’re ensuring that every measurement taken in the facility is accurate down to the smallest unit.
Think about when you go to a gas station – the accuracy of that pump measuring your fuel depends on regular calibration by these professionals. Calibration technologists are the hidden heroes ensuring accuracy and reliability in countless industries, from healthcare to aerospace.
A Calibration Technologist and Technician executes or adapts procedures and techniques for calibrating measurement devices, by applying knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, and electronics, sometimes under the direction of engineering staff. They work to maintain the integrity of measurements that impact everything from manufacturing quality to scientific research.
Total Employment: 13,220 (2023)
Common Names for Calibration Technologists and Technicians
- Calibration Technician
- Calibration Engineer
- Measurement Technician
- Test Technician
- Instrument Technician
- Quality Control Technician
- Field Service Technician
What Calibration Technologists and Technicians Do
Primary responsibility is ensuring measuring instruments and equipment maintain accuracy through:
- Testing and Measurement: Perform systematic testing of instruments and equipment to verify accuracy and performance against established standards, ensuring reliable measurements across operations.
- Equipment Calibration: Adjust and calibrate measuring instruments, testing equipment, and control devices using standard reference tools to maintain precision and meet quality standards.
- Documentation Management: Maintain detailed records of calibration procedures, test results, and equipment histories to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and facilitate quality audits.
- Preventive Maintenance: Schedule and perform regular maintenance on calibration equipment and standards to prevent malfunctions and ensure continuous accuracy in measurements.
- Quality Assurance: Implement and follow quality control procedures to verify that all calibrated equipment meets specified tolerances and industry standards.
- Technical Support: Provide expertise and guidance to other departments regarding proper use, maintenance, and troubleshooting of measuring equipment.
- Standards Compliance: Monitor and ensure adherence to national and international measurement standards (like NIST), maintaining traceability in all calibration processes.
- Equipment Evaluation: Assess the condition of instruments and equipment, determining whether to repair, adjust, or recommend replacement based on performance data.
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