Calibration Technician

Job Title: Calibration Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated Calibration Technician who will be trained in calibration skills and techniques. This role involves supporting Metrologists in performing routine and non-routine calibrations, preventative maintenance, and maintaining compliance with ISO17025 accreditation procedures. The position offers opportunities for growth within the calibration or quality team and networking across various labs.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine calibrations and preventative maintenance on analytical, microbiological, and material sciences laboratory equipment.

• Follow calibration procedures and utilize all available sources for technical information.

• Create and maintain certificates of calibration.

• Ensure compliance with ISO17025 accreditation procedures.

• Conduct regular preventative maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment.

• Complete scheduled calibrations and generate calibration certificates promptly.

• Collaborate with third-party vendors to schedule and complete calibrations by monthly deadlines.

• Handle general office duties such as scanning, filing, submitting purchase orders, and uploading documentation to the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).

• Collect samples from internal labs and organize them in freezers and fridges.

• Order and organize office supplies as needed for the lab.

• Assist in the creation and review of Quality Control documents, including Deviations, Out of Tolerance Investigations, and Change Control documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Physics, Chemistry, or Biology preferred.

• 6 months to 1 year of GLP/GMP experience.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and computer skills.

• Lab skills, calibration, troubleshooting, test equipment, repair, and instrumentation knowledge.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Vernon Hills,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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