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Calibration and Metrology Technician

On-site in Cerdanyola del Vallès·Added today (last checked 29 Oct)

OCA Global

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Our summary

Hours: Jornada intensiva in summer
Work mode: On-site, Cerdanyola del Vallès
Benefits: Private health insurance, flexible pay plan

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Education: Technical training related to metrology, quality, or laboratory work.
Experience: Previous experience in calibration, verification, and uncertainty calculation tasks in laboratory environments.
Technical knowledge: Advanced mastery of Excel for spreadsheet design and automation of measurement data.
Competencies: Technical rigor, organizational capacity for inventory control, and attention to detail in the management of records and procedures.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

OCA Global Benefits: Flexible compensation (transport, restaurant, medical insurance, nursery, training), OCA Benefits discount portal, intensive workdays in August and on the eve of holidays, and days off on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve.

The role

Are you passionate about metrology, equipment calibration, and laboratory work? Are you looking to take a leap in your professional career by joining an internationally renowned company where you can guarantee maximum precision and quality? At OCA Global, we are waiting for you!

What you'll do

🌍 Your mission:

Calibration and verification: Execute the calibration and verification of equipment, issuing certificates according to laboratory procedures and quality standards.
Uncertainty calculation: Identify sources of variation and evaluate measurement uncertainty in calibration processes.
Spreadsheets and data: Design and use spreadsheets (Excel) to automate the calculation of errors, uncertainties, and the generation of results.
Technical procedures: Apply and collaborate in the drafting of laboratory work procedures and instructions.
Traceability and standards: Keep calibration standards up to date, ensuring metrological traceability.
Inventory control: Organize the registration, location, entries, and exits of measuring equipment.
Administrative support: Support the management of records and administrative tasks within the area.

How you'll work

Schedule: Monday to Thursday from 8:30h to 18:00h and Friday from 8:30h to 15:30h. In July, August, and on the eve of holidays, an intensive schedule is implemented.

💡 Why join our project?

Autonomy and trust: Integration into a team that promotes initiative and responsibility.
Stability and projection: Development opportunity in a consolidated company with a global presence.
Modern facilities: Well-located spaces designed to promote well-being and productivity.
OCA Campus: Constant training to accompany your professional development.

🌱 About us:

At OCA Global, we work so that nothing is left to chance.

Our purpose is to guarantee maximum safety and trust in people's daily lives, through responsible management and innovative solutions in inspection, testing, consulting, training, and certification.

Hiring process

3 steps1 interviewa task to do

Application
Video questions
In your own time · Not every role
Asynchronous recorded answers, requested only when the vacancy requires them.
Interview
With a recruiter specialised in your area
You pick the interview slot that suits your availability.
Predictive Index
Online test · Not every role
A short profile assessment; not mandatory but can help you stand out.

Response time varies by position, but every applicant receives an answer.
Every vacancy has a direct chat with OCA Global recruiters.
Candidates rate the process afterwards, whether or not selected.

About OCA Global

OCA Global is a multinational company specializing in inspection, certification, and testing services across a wide range of industries including industrial, construction, energy, and technology sectors. With a global workforce of thousands of employees, the company operates in over 60 countries, providing services such as quality assurance, risk prevention, and regulatory compliance. Their services span from technical inspections of pressure equipment and welding to ISO management system audits and IT scheme audits.

In Spain, OCA Global has a significant presence with offices in Sant Cugat del Vallès (Barcelona) and other locations, offering a wide range of roles from technical inspectors and auditors to IT administrators and Salesforce developers. The company is known for its strong focus on training and development, offering internships and junior positions, making it an attractive option for international professionals looking to start or advance their careers in the certification and inspection industry in Spain.

Industry: Inspection
Founded: 1996
Employees: 1,000–5,000
Headquarters: Barcelona, Spain
In Spain: Barcelona, Madrid, Sant Cugat del Vallès and 10 more

Good to know if you are moving

OCA Global offers a structured training path with many junior and internship positions, ideal for international professionals entering the Spanish job market.
The company operates in over 60 countries, providing opportunities for international mobility and a diverse, multicultural work environment.
Many roles require Spanish language proficiency, but there are also technical and IT positions (e.g., Salesforce developer) where English may be sufficient.
The company provides formal training and certification pathways in areas like ISO management systems and technical inspections, valuable for career development.
Spain offices are located in several cities including Barcelona, Madrid, and Andalusia, offering positions across the country.

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