Equipment Calibration Manager at Ajulia Executive Search – Chicago, Illinois

Are you ready for a leadership role in the manufacturing industry? This opportunity as a Equipment Calibration Manager offers a competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, PTO etc. Does this position match your future career goals? Then this Equipment Calibration Manager role could be the right fit for you.

Job Summary:
The Equipment Manager (Calibration & Maintenance) is responsible for the reliability, calibration, and regulatory compliance of all manufacturing, inspection, and test equipment within the X-ray tube production facility. This role leads the preventive maintenance and calibration programs, ensuring equipment performance, accuracy, and uptime meet quality system and regulatory requirements.

As a n Equipment Calibration ManagerYou Will:

• Ensure compliance with QMS, GMP, EHS, and safety requirements, including proper documentation and recordkeeping.
• Follow approved procedures for all controlled processes and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Manage the site-wide calibration program in compliance with ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR 820, IEC 60601, and ISO 17025/NIST traceability.
• Maintain equipment master lists, calibration schedules, and records; investigate out-of-tolerance conditions.
• Own the preventive and corrective maintenance programs for all production and test equipment.
• Plan and schedule maintenance activities to minimize production downtime.
• Lead equipment troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Oversee equipment qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) and full equipment lifecycle management.
• Maintain equipment documentation, inventory records, and change control.
• Manage spare parts inventory, vendors, contractors, and equipment purchases.
• Supervise and train maintenance and calibration technicians and production staff.
• Promote a culture of safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain audit readiness and support internal, customer, and regulatory audits.
• Support EHS programs, including lockout/tagout, radiation safety, and high-voltage systems.
  

Skills and Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in equipment maintenance, calibration, or reliability management within a medical device or high-tech manufacturing environment; X-ray, vacuum, or semiconductor experience preferred.
• Proven experience managing calibration systems compliant with ISO 13485 and FDA 21 CFR Part 820.
• Strong working knowledge of vacuum systems, high-voltage test equipment, and radiation safety practices.
• Solid understanding of measurement system analysis (MSA) and calibration uncertainty.
• Proficiency with CMMS or calibration management software such as MP2 or Fluke eMaint
• Strong analytical, diagnostic, and troubleshooting skills.
• Effective communication and documentation abilities.

Education:

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent technical discipline.
• Advanced training in metrology, reliability engineering, or equipment management preferred.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Salary Range:
Pay: $85K $95K

Ask for: Hersha Dwyer