Description Position Summary The Quality Gage Technician is responsible for the day-to-day operation of Acme’s gage room and for ensuring that production has the calibrated, functioning measurement tools it needs — when it needs them. This role is the backbone of Acme’s measurement system: if a gage is out of calibration, late to the floor, or not functioning properly, production and quality both suffer. The right person is detail-oriented, methodical, and takes genuine pride in the accuracy and reliability of the tools they manage. This role works directly with Quality, Engineering, and production teams across both shifts and is a critical part of Acme’s ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D quality management system. Essential Responsibilities Gage Room Operations & Issuance • Maintain the gage room in a clean, organized, and controlled condition at all times • Issue gages, fixtures, and measurement tools to production personnel ahead of scheduled job needs • Track gage location, assignment, and return using the calibration management system or equivalent log • Coordinate with production supervisors and setup machinists to anticipate gage needs by shift and job • Receive returned gages, inspect for damage or wear, and process for calibration or repair as appropriate Gage Calibration • Perform in-house calibration of standard measurement tools including calipers, micrometers, height gages, thread gages, dial indicators, bore gages, and surface plates • Maintain calibration records in accordance with Acme’s QMS requirements and ISO 9001:2015 / AS9100D standards • Manage calibration due dates and recall out-of-service or overdue gages from the floor in a timely manner • Coordinate with approved external calibration laboratories for tools requiring third-party calibration • Label, tag, and document calibrated tools with calibration status, date, and next due date • Investigate out-of-tolerance findings and initiate nonconformance documentation when required Gage Maintenance & Repair • Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of gages and measurement equipment to ensure proper function • Identify gages requiring repair and coordinate with the Quality Director on disposition (repair, replace, or remove from service) • Maintain an accurate inventory of gages in service, in calibration, under repair, and retired Print Reading & Measurement Support • Read engineering drawings and apply GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) to identify required measurement tools and inspection methods • Support setup machinists and operators in selecting the correct gage for a given feature and tolerance • Assist Quality with in-process dimensional verification when workload and priority require • Support first article inspection (FAI) and in-process inspection activity as directed by the Quality Director Quality Management System • Support Acme’s QMS by maintaining calibration documentation, records, and traceability in accordance with ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D requirements • Participate in internal audits related to measurement system and calibration as needed • Follow all controlled document and records management requirements for calibration data • Identify and communicate quality or process concerns to the Quality Director Requirements Qualifications Required • Minimum 2 years of experience in a gage room, metrology lab, or quality inspection role in a precision manufacturing environment • Demonstrated ability to perform in-house calibration of standard measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, thread gages, dial indicators, bore gages) • Ability to read engineering drawings and apply GD&T principles to gage and tool selection • Strong attention to detail and commitment to measurement accuracy — this role directly supports product quality • Organized and methodical — able to manage calibration schedules, records, and gage room inventory without losing track • Effective communication skills — able to coordinate with production supervisors, setup machinists, and quality personnel across both shifts • Basic computer skills including QA applications, spreadsheets, and calibration management software Preferred • Experience with CMM operation or dimensional measurement beyond standard hand tools • Familiarity with third-party calibration lab coordination and traceability documentation • Experience working in an ISO 9001 or AS9100 certified environment • Experience with UniPoint or similar quality management software • ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) or similar credential a plus What We Offer • Medical, dental, and vision insurance — Day 1, no waiting period • Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) • 401(k) with company match • Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays • Weekly pay • Gainsharing bonus opportunities • Tuition assistance for continued learning • Clean, climate-controlled gage room in a stable precision manufacturing environment About Acme Industries Since 1948, Acme Industries has been a trusted precision manufacturer serving aerospace, defense, power generation, mining, and transportation markets from Elk Grove Village, Illinois. We are ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certified and specialize in large, complex machined castings and forgings for customers who demand — and get — zero defects. Accurate measurement is not a support function here; it is how we earn customer trust every day.