You will provide reliable testing following our written Laboratory Work Orders and validated test methods. In these roles, consideration must also be given to safety and environmental regulations, efficiency and being in compliance with company procedures.
You will report to the Test Operations Manager.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Setup tests per Laboratory Work Order (LWO) (debug test equipment, instrumentation and data acquisition systems)
Perform tests per LWO according to the written work instructions.
Setup and perform computer/data acquisition
Record the progress of UUT (receipt, start, complete and publish dates in addition to the results, test station and technician) in the LWO database
Generate test reports
Prepare test articles for return to test requestor, storage or customer
Verify instrument calibration via the Master Calibration Plan
Assist with measurement system calibration
Participate in fixture design and/or fabrication
Receive requisitioned products
Maintain test equipment, perform preventative maintenance and record repairs or modifications
Train others as determined by the Test Operations Supervisor/Manager in the operation of test equipment and test methods
Participate in non-conformance resolution activities
Ensure compliance with safety regulations
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations
Maintain a clean and organized work area (5S)
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Lab Technicians must have:
The laboratories are team environments where good verbal and written communication skills are required
Strong mechanical aptitude
Ability to multi-task and manage their activities in a quality driven yet time-sensitive environment
Good analytical judgment and the ability to work under pressure
Computer skills for spreadsheet, word processing, data entry, file management and reporting
Organizational skills with precise attention to detail
High level of initiative
Lab Technician (Entry):
Assigned to a lab technician to learn and become familiar with equipment, test procedures and administrative processes
Perform a variety of routine tasks to gain knowledge and apply learned skills to test procedures
Use Microsoft Excel and Word to perform calculations and generate test reports
Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic operations
Assignments broaden in complexity with experience gained
Lab Technician I:
Same as Lab Technician (Entry) and:
Distinguished from the Lab Tech (Entry) in the scope and complexity of work assigned
Basic understanding of equipment and test procedures within their main responsibilities
Exercises some judgment in selecting appropriate established guidelines, methods or procedures to follow
Dependent on others to assist with troubleshooting activities
May provide guidance to less experienced technicians.
Lab Technician II:
Same as Lab Technician I and:
Proficient understanding of equipment and test procedures within their main responsibilities
Beginning to expand knowledge and capability to operate equipment and test procedures, outside main responsibilities, within their department and in other laboratory departments
Able to perform basic troubleshooting activities
May provide guidance to less experienced technicians.
Lab Technician III:
Same as Lab Technician II and:
The cross functionality and complexity of assigned work continues to increase as the level of supervision or guidance decreases
Complete understanding of all equipment and test procedures within their main responsibilities
Capable and qualified to operate equipment and test procedures, outside main responsibilities, within their department and in other laboratory departments
Able to perform advanced troubleshooting activities
May directly guide to less experienced technicians
Senior Lab Technician:
Same as Lab Technician III and:
Possess a significant level of testing experience, technical expertise and is able to serve as a technical advisor to the entire department
Proficient understanding of all test equipment and test procedures they are directly responsible for operating
Assist test engineering in the development of new test equipment and/or procedures
May be responsible for the review and publication of test reports
May directly guide to less experienced technicians
Lead Lab Technician:
Same as Senior Lab Technician and:
Accountable for an entire laboratory department (Thermal, Structural, Vehicle or HVAC&R)
Assists the Test Operations Supervisor/Manager with the management of laboratory backlogs
May be involved in daily supply purchasing activities
May directly guide to less experienced technicians and have limited responsibilities for coordinating scheduled and assignments
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
All positions described in this document, with the exception of the Lab Technician (Entry), have a minimum pre-requisite of an Associate Degree in an Electrical, Mechanical, and Hydraulic, Automotive or a related discipline. In some cases, substantial technical experience may substitute for a degree.
Lab Technician (Entry): Working on an Associate Degree in a technical discipline with limited work experience, or 2+ years equivalent experience in a technical discipline.
Lab Technician I: An Associate Degree in a technical discipline plus up to 4 years of technical work experience, or 3+ years equivalent experience in a technical discipline.
Lab Technician II: An Associate Degree in a technical discipline plus 4+ years of technical work experience, or 7+ years equivalent experience in a technical discipline.
Lab Technician III: An Associate Degree in a technical discipline plus 8+ years of technical work experience, or 11+ years equivalent experience in a technical discipline
Sr. Lab Technician: An Associate Degree in a technical discipline plus 14+ years of technical work experience, or 17+ years equivalent experience in a technical discipline
Lead Lab Technician: An Associate Degree in a technical discipline plus 14+ years of technical work experience and formal leadership training or experience or 17+ years equivalent experience in a technical discipline and formal leadership training or experience.
TRAVEL:
Travel for field data acquisition may occasionally be required.
Modine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Welcomes all Qualified Applicants! EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability
Modine provides a competitive benefit package, which could include paid vacation, short term disability, 401(k), health, dental, vision, life insurance, flex spending benefits, tuition reimbursement, Health Savings Account and much more. Human Resources will provide more detail upon your hiring.