Laboratory Technician

Location : Gastonia, NC - Dixon Plant

Shift : Monday-Friday, Days #LI-Onsite

Role Summary

Engineering Technologists and Technicians support engineers in the design, modification, and improvement of products and processes.

Main Tasks

• Plan, organize, and perform test activities in the laboratories according to test procedures, drawings, diagrams, engineering documents, and specifications as requested by test engineers.
• Prepare the working area for the necessary tests, set up the testing equipment, and ensure that the performed activities follow the defined procedures.
• Set up test fixtures as required by test protocol, including fixture fabrication if necessary.
• Organize and set up tracking methodology to ensure that samples can be identified afterwards.
• Perform preventative maintenance and calibration on all assigned laboratory equipment within technical capability.
• Maintain test records, prepare relevant test documentation and reports on performed activities, and ensure that necessary information is available and up to date.
• Effectively communicate the status and results of tests to responsible test engineers and other engineering group members.
• Maintain testing equipment and organize and store test fixtures to ensure the cleanliness and security of the lab.
• Adhere to all management policies, procedures, work instructions, and safety rules, including safe handling of all chemicals and fluids in accordance with MSDS.
• Perform "hands-on" work with various types of air, oil, fuel, and hydraulic filters.
• Work closely with team members to maintain and improve lab equipment.
• Work with hand tools, wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers, etc.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis and move 100 lb. objects.
• Work on other projects / areas as needed.

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