Quality Calibration Technician
Eaton's GEIS division is currently seeking a Quality Calibration Technician. This position is based out of our Syracuse, NY location.
The expected annual salary range for this role is $47000 - $69000 a year.
Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
What you'll do:
Position Overview:
The Calibration Technician is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and proper documentation of inspection equipment used across the Syracuse manufacturing facility. This role maintains both the electronic database and hard-copy calibration records, performs inhouse calibration activities, and applies appropriate labeling and documentation updates. The technician supports production teams, other Eaton facilities, and External Providers by supplying job-specific inspection tools as needed.
Key responsibilities include coordinating all third-party calibration activities, from obtaining quotes to issuing purchase orders and scheduling services-along with training employees on proper equipment care and use. The role also generates and distributes routine calibration status reports and actively supports the site's Quality Management System through participation in internal and external audits.
What you'll do:
• Maintain the specific databases for all necessary inspection equipment.
• Maintain hard copy calibration certification files for master inspection equipment.
• Perform in-house calibration, affix calibration stickers and update records of inspection equipment.
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• Support production personnel by providing job specific inspection equipment.
• Support other Eaton facilities and External Providers by providing job specific inspection equipment.
• Coordinate third-party calibration services including, but not limited to, request quotes, generating purchase orders, and scheduling calibration services.
• Conduct employee training on the proper use and care of inspection equipment.
• Generate and distribute periodic reports regarding calibration statuses.
• Support the site Quality Management System by participating in internal and external audits as required.
• Perform other related general duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Basic (Required) Qualifications:
• High School diploma / GED from an accredited institution
• Minimum two (2) years of quality experience within a manufacturing, production, or operations environment.
• No relocation is offered for this position. All candidates must currently reside within 50 miles of (Syracuse, NY) to be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1, H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, 1-485 job profitability, etc.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Associate degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience with ISO 9001:2015.
• Experience repairing common metrology tools.
• Experience with SAP business system experience.
• Experience with GAGE Trak or other calibration management software.
• Experience with Microsoft Office platforms.
• Experience within a Union environment.
Skills:
• Ability to effectively and confidently communicate ideas, concepts, and programs to all levels of the organization.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to perform administrative tasks such as filing and record keeping.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to make data-driven decisions and implement effective solutions.
• High level of proficiency with MS Office products/database management skills.
• Organized and efficient.
• Self-directed and able to investigate and implement solutions with limited guidance or direction.
• Demonstrates professionalism and a service-oriented personality with all levels of employees and senior leaders.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, lean work environment.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.
You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.
We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- On-Site Cafeteria
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Internship Program
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)