Lab Technician - Mechanical

Dexter Axle • Elkhart, IN

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About The Position

Dexter is the premier manufacturer and supplier of axles, suspension, brakes, doors, venting products, trailer parts, accessories, and towing components serving the commercial trailer, RV, heavy-duty, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing markets has an opportunity for a Lab Technician - Mechanical at our manufacturing facility located in Elkhart, IN. Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, Dexter has manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Employing state-of-the-art robotics, precision welding equipment, and automated machining processes, Dexter has achieved many years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Engineering Technology / Mechanical Engineering or a comparable discipline is required
• 1 Year experience preferred
• Ideal candidates will be experienced with trailer or automotive repair/maintenance and have strong mechanical, electrical, and technical aptitude
• Microsoft software knowledge is required
• Must be an effective communicator, both verbally and electronically
• Must be a team player, innovative, self-motivated, and punctual

Responsibilities

• Sets-up and operates test stands and equipment including but not limited to Fatigue Test Machines, Inertia Dynamometer, and Coordinate Measurement Machine
• Conducts microscopic examinations of metals and alloys to determine their structure, porosity, grain size, the presence of decarb, heat affected zone (HAZ) and other characteristics
• Examines metal and alloy samples to detect internal fractures, impurities, and similar defects in metals
• Tests samples in pressure device, environmental chamber, spectrometer, salt spray tester, Rockwell and micro-hardness tester and other apparatus to determine strength, hardness, chemistry, elasticity, toughness, or other properties of metal
• Assist with the development of mechanical tests
• Confers with engineering personnel to resolve fabrication problems relating to specifications and to review test plans
• Examines parts for conformance with dimensional specifications
• Tests samples of manufactured products to verify conformity to specifications
• Prepares graphs and charts
• Records, analyzes, and interprets test data and prepares technical reports for use by management
• Calibrates laboratory instruments
• Prepares chemical solutions according to standard formulas
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Performs other tasks or duties as assigned

Benefits

• Dexter offers a competitive wage
• Full benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HSA
• 3% profit sharing in our Safe Harbor program
• 401(k) Plan with company contributions
• Opportunities for internal career development and growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Associate degree