Test Technician

COMPX SECURITY PRODUCTS • Grayslake, IL

2d • $47,000 - $77,000

About The Position

CompX Grayslake manufactures highly engineered mechanical and electromechanical locking devices and systems for original equipment manufacturers, as well as precision instruments, throttles, marine products, and accessories. The Test Technician works hands-on in the test lab, setting up, operating, programming, troubleshooting, and maintaining test equipment, fixtures, and lab operations. The role includes documenting test setups, procedures, and results, analyzing products and manufacturing problems, and recommending corrective actions. The technician also helps improve personal performance and the test lab’s overall culture and performance.

Requirements

• Knowledge of electrical circuits and methods for testing circuits.
• Knowledge of pneumatics, including solenoid valve banks and air cylinders.
• Ability to operate and program test equipment and perform testing as described in the job posting.
• Ability to document testing procedures and results in detail.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings, blueprints, bills of material, and production routings.
• Strong work ethic and ability to perform multiple tasks at the same time.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, Project, and Access.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment operating under a recognized quality standard such as ISO 9001 or QS 9000.
• Ability to analyze manufacturing or product problems and recommend corrective actions.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the related field.
• Ability to lift or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk throughout the workday, frequently reach with hands and arms, and use hands to manipulate, handle, feel, grasp, pinch, and pull materials, parts, and tools.
• Ability to meet vision requirements including close and distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and focusing.
• Ability to constantly wear eye protection.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or equivalent experience in a technical field is preferred.
• Knowledge of object-oriented programming, C++, or C sharp.

Responsibilities

• Set up test fixtures and troubleshoot test equipment; perform post-test teardown and analysis.
• Set up, run, and program test equipment, including PLC ladder logic, servo drives, vibration tables, environmental test chambers, thermal-shock equipment, lifecycle and durability testing equipment, material-testing equipment, load cells, torque transducers, and data acquisition systems.
• Record detailed test documentation, including equipment, setup, procedures, and results, both visually and in writing.
• Read and understand technical drawings and documents, including blueprints, bills of material, and production routings.
• Schedule and maintain the test lab, its equipment, and its fixtures.
• Create instructions and guidelines for job functions.
• Analyze manufacturing or product problems and recommend corrective action.
• Work on multiple tasks simultaneously and contribute to continuous improvement of personal performance and test lab culture and performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree