Calibration Technician | Manistee, MI

Salary Range: $49,000 - $76,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in calibration technician? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Manistee seeking experienced Calibration Technicians.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Manistee region seeking Calibration Technicians. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine calibration and preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning calibration equipment.
• Document calibration results, including out-of-tolerance conditions and corrective actions.
• Interpret and apply technical data from calibration procedures, manuals, and schematics.
• Maintain calibration standards and ensure their traceability to national or international standards.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to address calibration-related issues.
• Adhere to quality management system procedures and relevant industry regulations.

Recommended Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a technical field (e.g., Electronics, Metrology, Mechatronics) or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience performing calibrations on a variety of measurement equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of metrology principles, calibration standards (e.g., ISO 17025, ANSI/NCSL Z540.3), and measurement uncertainty.
• Proficiency in using calibration software and creating/mainulating calibration certificates.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, schematics, and equipment manuals.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Calibration Technician, Metrology Technician, Instrument Technician, Test Equipment Technician, Measurement Technician, Lab Calibration Technician, Quality Control Technician (Calibration), Industrial Calibration Technician, Field Calibration Technician, Precision Measurement Technician

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.