Job Summary:

• The Calibration Lab Manager oversees all operations within the calibration laboratory, ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and compliance of test equipment used across diverse industries.
• This role is responsible for managing a team of technicians, coordinating equipment calibration schedules, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring all processes comply with industry regulations.
• The Calibration Lab Manager also plays a key role in optimizing lab efficiency and supporting continuous improvement efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Team Management:

• Supervise, train, and mentor a team of calibration technicians, providing guidance in technical and professional development.
• Coordinate technician workload to meet project deadlines and quality standards.
• Coordinates with Sales department and occasionally with customers to resolve issues relating to equipment repair, calibration, and availability. o Foster a culture of safety, accuracy, and quality within the lab.
• Holds one on one meetings with staff.
• Attends weekly managers' meetings.

Calibration Process Oversight :

• Develop, implement, and maintain calibration procedures for a wide range of test equipment, including but not limited to electronic, mechanical, and environmental testing tools.
• Ensure all calibration activities comply with industry standards (ISO/IEC 17025, NIST traceability, etc.) and customer requirements.
• Ensuring all Lab stantdards are calibrated prior to expiration.
• Review and approve calibration results, reports, and documentation for accuracy and compliance.

Lab Operations Management:

• Maintain calibration schedules and oversee the workflow to maximize productivity while meeting accuracy and reliability standards.
• Oversee maintenance, repair, and calibration of lab equipment, coordinating with vendors and suppliers as needed.
• Implement and enforce quality control measures to enhance the reliability and repeatability of results.

Compliance and Documentation:

• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and accreditation requirements.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of all calibration activities, ensuring traceability and easy access for audits.
• Support internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and addressing any non-conformances.

Continuous Improvement and Innovation:

• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements to increase lab efficiency and reduce turnaround times.
• Responsible for expanding ATEC's capabilities and scope of Accreditation.
• Stay updated on the latest calibration techniques, technologies, and industry trends.
• Evaluate and recommend new equipment, software, and tools to enhance lab capabilities.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Metrology, Physics, or a related field (or equivalent work experience). • 5+ years of experience in calibration, metrology, or test equipment management, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Proficiency with a wide variety of calibration equipment and tools used in electronic, mechanical, and environmental testing.
• In-depth knowledge of quality standards such as ISO/IEC 17025 and familiarity with industry regulations.
• Analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving. • Certification in metrology or calibration (e.g., ASQ CCT) is a plus.