Test Lab Technician 3

Strattec Security Corp.•Auburn Hills, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Test Technicians will perform engineering evaluation, design validation, and process verification testing on Strattec products under the guidance and direction of the Lab Manager. The Lab Technician 3 (Sr.) should be able to work without direct supervision and be sufficiently competent to train less experienced personnel. A successful Technician 3 will learn, understand, and actively support The STRATTEC Quality System requirements for product validation within their first 90 days. Successful candidates will understand general safety practices and provide physical organization conformance to 5S methodology. The candidate will also be sufficient in electro-mechanical test equipment operation and repair, basic electricity, advanced mechanics, and pneumatic knowledge. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Conduct and document test activity for experimental, design validation, and process validation requirements based on Strattec or OEM specifications using a variety of test equipment. Test equipment includes computer-controlled sequencers, environmental chambers, corrosion equipment, and handheld electronic measurement devices. Generate detailed and accurate test reports, using photos, videos, spreadsheets, outside test reports, or other tools. Consistently report test project progress to lab manager and test project requestor. Monitor computer-controlled test equipment, according to written or verbal instructions, which includes after-hour and weekend support. Recommend tests or testing methods in accordance with designs, customer requirements, or industry standards to ensure test validity. Contribute to equipment user guides, design manuals and design standards. Read and interpret drawings, charts, schematics and test specifications of Strattec, customer, or industry specifications. Assist with the maintenance, installation, and improvement of test equipment to minimize test downtown, and increase test efficiency. Operate basic machine shop tools. Examples include drill press, mill, lathe, shear, power tools, and hand tools. Lead the organization and maintenance of the test lab areas to maintain 5S organization and operation goals. Initiate and participate in problem-solving efforts for perceived nonconforming products. Assist other technicians in managing workload, verifying process conformance, and completing assigned tasks. Continue ongoing training, education, and seminars to increase technical knowledge and understanding of test specs, test equipment, and soft skills. Travel as necessary to support external testing activities and training. Carry out tasks as assigned by Lab Manager and/or electronic work request system

Requirements

Advanced computer literacy, including Microsoft Office Suite products to analyze and prepare reports and updates
Ability to handle and manage and organize multiple test projects, data, paperwork and files
Ability to work with hand tools and basic machines to alter or create parts; must have mechanical aptitude to work with tools in tearing down product assemblies
Perform basic calculations to analyze designs and solve problems
Background in practical electronics, electronic test equipment and troubleshooting
Troubleshoot experience to determine cause of defects or malfunctions with tested samples, test equipment or test setup
Self-sufficient / self-motivated and able to work effectively with minimal supervision
Ability to lead or contribute to group projects
Strong Integrity, respect and humility
Self-motivated
Team oriented
Excellent written and verbal communication
Resourceful, hands-on, problem-solving individual with initiative to provide solutions for technical obstacles.
Demonstrated understanding of appropriate handling of confidential information.
Associate's degree/ Technical Certificate from two-year College or university and 3 years of Test Lab experience or;
5+ years’ experience in an electro-mechanical test lab executing vehicle component testing or;
Equivalent combination of education, certification, and experience.

Nice To Haves

Preferred certifications include Automation Systems Technology or Automotive Technology program.

Responsibilities

Conduct and document test activity for experimental, design validation, and process validation requirements based on Strattec or OEM specifications using a variety of test equipment.
Generate detailed and accurate test reports, using photos, videos, spreadsheets, outside test reports, or other tools.
Consistently report test project progress to lab manager and test project requestor.
Monitor computer-controlled test equipment, according to written or verbal instructions, which includes after-hour and weekend support.
Recommend tests or testing methods in accordance with designs, customer requirements, or industry standards to ensure test validity.
Contribute to equipment user guides, design manuals and design standards.
Read and interpret drawings, charts, schematics and test specifications of Strattec, customer, or industry specifications.
Assist with the maintenance, installation, and improvement of test equipment to minimize test downtown, and increase test efficiency.
Operate basic machine shop tools.
Lead the organization and maintenance of the test lab areas to maintain 5S organization and operation goals.
Initiate and participate in problem-solving efforts for perceived nonconforming products.
Assist other technicians in managing workload, verifying process conformance, and completing assigned tasks.
Continue ongoing training, education, and seminars to increase technical knowledge and understanding of test specs, test equipment, and soft skills.
Travel as necessary to support external testing activities and training.
Carry out tasks as assigned by Lab Manager and/or electronic work request system