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Vaisala · 1 day ago

Calibration Laboratory Manager

Burlington, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$100K/yr - $125K/yr

4+ years exp

Vaisala is a company that provides technological innovations for measuring weather, environmental, and industrial conditions. They are seeking a Calibration Laboratory Manager to oversee the daily operations of their calibration laboratory, ensuring high-quality calibration activities and leading the calibration team.

CleanTechIndustrialIndustrial Engineering

Culture & Values

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee daily operations of the calibration laboratory, including work planning, prioritization, and execution

Lead, mentor, and develop calibration technicians and other lab staff, fostering a safe, collaborative, and high-performance environment

Ensure calibration and repair activities are performed according to Vaisala procedures, quality requirements, and relevant standards

Monitor and manage key operational metrics (e.g., on-time delivery, turnaround times, work queues, workload, quality-related rework, customer satisfaction) and take corrective actions as needed

Collaborate closely with the Service Coordinator Manager and coordinators to support accurate order handling, realistic lead times, and on-time customer deliveries

Maintain and oversee calibration-related tools, reference standards, and equipment, including verification, maintenance, and related documentation

Support troubleshooting and provide technical guidance on calibration and measurement questions within the Service Center

Contribute to the development and improvement of calibration processes, work instructions, and methods, in alignment with regional and global best practices

Ensure compliance with safety guidelines and promote a strong safety culture in the laboratory

Prepare and maintain required operational and quality documentation, and support internal and external audits as needed

Qualification

Calibration experienceMetrology knowledgePeople leadershipTechnical degreeERP proficiencyCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Several years of experience in calibration, metrology, or a closely related technical field (e.g., instrumentation, electronics, environmental measurements)

Experience in a supervisory, lead, or team coordination role within an operations, lab, or service environment

Strong understanding of calibration principles, measurement uncertainty, and related standards and best practices

Demonstrated ability to organize work, manage priorities, and drive efficient execution in a fast-paced operational setting

Solid people leadership skills, including coaching, feedback, and day-to-day support of technicians and lab staff

Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively with Service Coordinators and other internal stakeholders

Good communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey technical topics clearly and professionally

Proficiency with relevant business and lab systems (e.g., ERP, CRM, and calibration/asset management tools) and MS Office

Technical degree in engineering, metrology, physics, or a related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred

Ability to travel occasionally for training or collaboration within the regional service organization

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Company paid life

Long and short term disability

401(K) plan with company match

A variety of voluntary benefits programs

Fitness reimbursement

Employee Assistance Programs

Tuition reimbursement

Holiday pay

Generous paid time off plan

Company

Vaisala

Vaisala offers a range of environmental and industrial measurement products and services.

Founded in 1936

Vantaa, Southern Finland, FIN

1001-5000 employees

http://www.vaisala.com

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