Embedded Calibration Technician

At Cross Company, we don't just show up for work-we show up for a company we actually own. As a 100% employee-owned industrial technology leader, we provide specialized expertise in automation, hydraulics, precision measurement, and more that keeps the world's manufacturers moving.

We operate on the principle of Servant Leadership: we hire smart, driven people and then get out of their way so they can do what they do best. When you join the Cross team, you aren't just an employee; you're an owner-associate in a stable, transparent, and high-performance environment where your voice truly matters.

Job Summary:

This position works full time as an Embedded Calibration Technician in Independence, KS. Responsible for performing quality calibrations adhering to corporate quality standards and procedures.

Technician benefits:

• Company vehicle and gas card
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Employee benefits:
  • Medical benefits eligibility after 30 days
  • 3 weeks of accrued PTO
  • 401K
  • ESOP (employee stock ownership plan)

Essential Functions:

• Calibration encompassing the following core disciplines: Temperature, Pressure, Flow (liquid and air), Electronics, Time, Torque, Force and Dimensional. Additional training will be provided post-hire as needed.
• Reviewing equipment lists, procedures, and specifications, and ensuring proper standards are selected for work assigned.
• Individual must ensure all company-issued tools and property are in proper working order and in calibration.
• Perform clerical work associated with calibration activities including certificates of calibration. Must provide the original data worksheet for final inspection by Quality.
• Perform quality inspection of calibrated equipment as approved by the Quality Manager.
• All certificates for equipment calibrated on-site and in house shall be completed in a timely manner (within 48 hours of job completion.)
• Keep in good order all tools and equipment, practice good housekeeping
• Maintain a safety and customer service mindset at all times
• Consistently maintain good work attendance and productive work ethic.
• Will perform other duties as assigned by the Service Manager

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• A strong understanding of a wide variety of precision measurement equipment, including the care and use of Instrumentation, Gages, and Precision Measurement Equipment; calibration program management, and Measurement Principles.
• Be proficient in gage management software
• Be computer proficient in all Microsoft Office applications
• Have a strong understanding of computer system peripherals and communication configurations
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Have excellent written and oral communication skills, both internally and externally
• Demonstrate self motivation, initiative, honesty, integrity, and attention to detail
• Have a valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Associates Degree in a technical discipline preferred; Instrumentation, Industrial, Mechanical, or Electronics Engineering, for example. Navy or Marine Corp GCAMS / ACTS , AF PMEL, or Army MOS - 94H Test Measurement & Diagnostic Equipment Support Specialist

Core Competencies

• Commitment to Excellence - Check your work
• Customer Relationship Management - communicate with customers to deliver better service
• Methodical Approach - troubleshooting
• Team Building

Physical Demands:

• Stands greater than four hours at a time
• May require walking 2 - 4 miles during an 8-hour period
• Stoops and bends below knee level 2 - 4 times an hour
• Lifts and carries less than 50 pounds but greater than 25 pounds repetitively
• Climbs stairs more than four times in an eight-hour shift
• Pushes / pulls objects greater than 25 pounds
• Reaches out
• Reaches overhead
• Repetitively uses feet
• Repetitively uses hands (computer keyboard)
• Grips with hands