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Sea-Bird Scientific Calibration Lead

Imagine yourself

• Thriving in a supportive team environmentthat inspires you to strive for excellence.

• Contributing to a brighter, more sustainable future

• Thriving in a supportive team environmentthat inspires you to strive for excellence.

At Sea-Bird Scientific, You Can Make a Difference

It'spossible with a role atSea-Bird Scientific. Headquartered in Bellevue, Washington,Sea-Bird Scientific, aVeraltocompany, is the world's largest developer and manufacturer of products for the measurement of salinity, temperature, pressure, dissolved oxygen, fluorescence,nutrientsand related oceanographic parameters in marine waters. We offer products to support best-in-class oceanography and climate science. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that is team-centered, customer-driven, quality-focused, and growth-oriented.

At Sea-Bird Scientific andVeralto, you'll be part of a unique culture and work environmentwhere purpose meets possibility: where the work you do every day directly supports the health and sustainability of our oceans and their ecosystems, and where you'll have access to robust opportunities to deepen your skillset and develop your career.

Learn more about us here - About Sea-Bird Scientific

We offer:

• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)

• 401(k) with a match starting Day 1!

• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off

• Professional onboarding and training options

• Powerful team looking forward to working with you

• Career coaching and development opportunities

The Calibration Lead serves as a technical leader within our Calibration organization. In this role, you will perform complex calibrations, troubleshoot sophisticated instrumentation and equipment, and act as a key technical resource for the team. This role reports to the Production Supervisor, Manufacturing & Operations.

As a senior-level technician, the Calibration Lead will lead daily workflow coordination, mentor and train technicians, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and partner closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, R&D, and Operations teams to ensure the highest standards of product quality, accuracy, and delivery performance. This position requires deep technical expertise, strong analytical skills, and the ability to independently solve complex problems while influencing operational excellence across the department.

This is an onsite day shift role, Monday through Friday. Overtime and Weekends may be required.

This role will be part of our Sea-Bird Scientific Manufacturing & Operations Team in our Bellevue, WA location.

In this role, a typical day will look like:

Technical Expertise & Calibration Execution

• Perform advanced calibrations on a broad range of instrumentation and sensor technologies using established procedures and industry best practices.

• Operate and maintain calibration equipment including:

  o Manual and hydraulic deadweight testers

  o Pressure vessels

  o Calibration baths

  o Ovens and chillers

  o Specialized test and measurement equipment

• Independently analyze calibration results and evaluate instrument performance, accuracy, and drift.

• Troubleshoot complex calibration, equipment, process, and product issues.

• Utilize proprietary software systems to manage work assignments, calibration records, equipment performance, and process documentation.

• Serve as the department's primary technical escalation resource for challenging calibration and instrumentation issues.

Technical Leadership

• Coordinate daily workflow and assist in establishing priorities to support customer commitments and operational objectives.

• Provide technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to technicians across multiple skill levels.

• Support onboarding and development of new employees through structured hands-on training.

• Promote and reinforce best practices, quality standards, and safe work procedures.

• Serve as a trusted technical advisor and subject matter expert across calibration processes and equipment.

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, throughput, and process reliability.

• Lead or actively participate in Kaizen events and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Investigate root causes of technical and operational issues and drive implementation of corrective actions.

• Collaborate across functions to resolve production challenges and improve overall operational performance.

• Support development and refinement of procedures, work instructions, and training materials.

Collaboration & Communication

• Partner with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Technical Support, and R&D teams to achieve business objectives.

• Communicate effectively regarding priorities, technical issues, and operational risks.

• Facilitate coordination among functional teams to ensure timely completion of work and achievement of department goals.

• Serve as a backup resource for departmental leadership as needed.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Associate degree in a technical discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• A minimum of 4 years of experience in calibration, instrumentation, manufacturing, test, or related technical environments.

It would be an asset if you have:

• Experience working within ISO, quality management, or regulated manufacturing environments.

• Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement experience.

• Experience supporting cross-functional engineering or R&D initiatives.

• Formal technical training, certifications, or advanced coursework related to instrumentation, electronics, or calibration.

• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Advanced troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.

• Strong understanding of measurement uncertainty, data interpretation, and process control.

• Ability to independently evaluate complex technical issues and make sound decisions.

• Effective project prioritization and time management skills.

• Strong interpersonal and communication capabilities.

• Ability to identify systemic issues and recommend sustainable process improvements.

Physical Demands:

• The employee must have sufficient visual acuity and manual dexterity to assess, manipulate, and assemblework, which may include small components with a fine level of detail.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, climb, balance, stoop,bend, kneel, crouch or crawl, and talk, hear, and smell.

• The employee is constantly required to stand/or sit,squat, turn/twist, reach, use hands to: finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls, and computerkeyboards.

• The employee must occasionally lift, carry, push or pull up to 50 pounds and/or frequently lift, carry, pushor pull up to 20 pounds.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheralvision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electricalcurrents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, chemicals, oils, salt water, extreme temperatures and workspace restrictions.

• The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud.

• Employees will be required to wear the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which may include: eye, hearing and respiratory protection, protective smock, steel toe shoes, gloves, or face shields. Contactlenses may not be allowed in some areas.

We anticipate this requisition will be open for a minimum of five days, though it may be open for a longer period of time. We encourage your prompt application.

Sea-Bird Scientific is proud to part of the Water Quality segment of Veralto (NYSE: VLTO), a $5B global leader dedicated to ensuring access to clean water, safe food and medicine, and trusted essential goods. When you join Veralto's vibrant global network of 17,000 associates, you join a unique culture and work environmentwhere purpose meets possibility: where the work you do has an everyday impact on the resources and essentials we all rely on, and where you'll have valuable opportunities to deepen your skillset, pursue your ambitions, and grow your career. Together, we're Safeguarding the World's Most Vital Resources-and building rewarding careers along the way.

US ONLY:

The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An associate's position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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Veralto Corporation and all Veralto Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.
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