Date Posted: 05/18/2026
Hiring Organization: Rose International
Position Number: 501345
Industry: Medical Equipment & Supplies
Job Title: Calibration Technician
Job Location: San Diego, CA, USA, 92130
Work Model: Onsite
Shift: 40 Hours Weekly
Employment Type: Temporary
FT/PT: Full-Time
Estimated Duration (In months): 6
Min Hourly Rate($): 20.00
Max Hourly Rate($): 40.00
Must Have Skills/Attributes: Technician, Test Management, Warehouse
Experience Desired: Calibration, metrology, or test equipment maintenance (3+ yrs); Measurement science and calibration techniques (3+ yrs); Electrical and mechanical instrumentation knowledge (3+ yrs); Proficiency with standard test equipment (3+ yrs)
Required Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
Preferred Education: Associate’s Degree
**C2C is not available**
Job Description
Required Education:
• High School Diploma or equivalent
Preferred Education:
• Associates or Bachelor’s Degree
Skills and Experience:
• Electronics, Mechanical Technology, Metrology, or related field OR equivalent experience
• 3+ years of experience in calibration, metrology, or test equipment maintenance
• Hands-on experience calibrating IM&TE in a regulated environment
• Strong understanding of measurement science and calibration techniques, and electrical and mechanical instrumentation
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and procedures
• Proficiency with standard test equipment: multimeters, pressure gauges, scales, force testers, dimensional tools
Preferred Experience:
• Experience in the medical device, biotech, or pharmaceutical industry
• Familiarity with FDA 21 CFR Part 820 and ISO 13485 requirements
• Experience with calibration and quality management systems (e.g., BMRAM, SAP, GAGEtrak)
• Knowledge of measurement uncertainty, root cause analysis and OOT investigations
Position Overview:
The Calibration Technician is responsible for performing calibration, maintenance, and documentation of inspection, measurement, and test equipment (IM&TE) to ensure compliance with BD Quality System requirements, FDA regulations (21 CFR Part 820), and ISO 13485 standards.
This role supports both internal laboratory equipment and field service equipment, with a focus on reducing calibration backlog, maintaining equipment readiness, and supporting audit readiness activities.
Responsibilities:
Calibration Execution (Core Function)
• Perform calibration, verification, and adjustment of IM&TE, including: electrical, mechanical, and dimensional equipment (e.g., Mettler balances, Instron systems, calipers, multimeters)
• Execute calibrations in accordance with approved procedures, work instructions, and specifications, and manufacturer requirements and traceability standards
• Evaluate calibration results for: out-of-tolerance (OOT) conditions, measurement uncertainty and acceptability criteria
Field Service Equipment Support
• Support calibration and control of field service and portable equipment
• Ensure proper tracking, calibration status, and labeling before deployment
• Coordinate with Field Service teams to maintain compliance for equipment used in customer environments and resolve calibration-related issues impacting service operations
Documentation & Compliance
• Accurately document calibration results in BD systems (e.g., BMRAM or equivalent)
• Maintain complete and audit-ready records, including calibration certificates and traceability to national/international standards (NIST, ISO)
• Initiate and support investigations for: out-of-tolerance conditions, calibration discrepancies, or failures
Calibration Scheduling & Coordination
• Support execution of calibration schedules to meet due dates and reduce backlog
• Interface with internal stakeholders and external vendors for: Outsourced calibration activities, equipment service, and repair
• Ensure timely turnaround of equipment to minimize operational impact
Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting
• Perform basic troubleshooting, repair coordination, and preventive maintenance
• Identify equipment performance issues and escalate as needed
• Support root cause analysis for calibration failures or recurring issues
- **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**
- **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**
Benefits:
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California Pay Equity:
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Rose International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender (expression or identity), national origin, arrest and conviction records, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Positions located in San Francisco and Los Angeles, California will be administered in accordance with their respective Fair Chance Ordinances.
If you need assistance in completing this application, or during any phase of the application, interview, hiring, or employment process, whether due to a disability or otherwise, please contact our HR Department.
Rose International has an official agreement (ID #132522), effective June 30, 2008, with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Employment Verification Program (E-Verify). (Posting required by OCGA 13/10-91.).
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