About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="word-wrap:break-word"><H3 style="margin:0.0px"><b>Responsibilities</b></H3> </div><div><p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 10.0pt;line-height:115%"><span style="">We are seeking a talented and dedicated Materials Testing Technician (Lab Technician) to join our team in St. Louis, MO. As a key member of our laboratory, the successful candidate will be responsible for performing a wide range of tests on materials to determine their physical and mechanical properties. If you are passionate about materials testing, have a strong work ethic, and are committed to providing accurate and reliable results, we want to hear from you!</span></p> <p><span style="line-height:115%">The Lab Technician (Materials Testing Tech) is responsible for the execution of tests and reporting of results. <span style="">A successful technician will evaluate physical properties of materials using a variety of testing methods and equipment to determine the strength, toughness, ductility, and other properties of materials, which can be used to improve the performance and safety of products and structures.</span></span></p> <p><span style="line-height:115%"><span style=""><strong><span style="line-height:115%">Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:</span></strong></span></span></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%"><span style="">Conduct mechanical and physical tests on a variety of materials using advanced testing equipment</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 3.0pt 0.0px;line-height:normal"><span style="">Performs mechanical tests within laboratory scope of testing and reports results with 100% accuracy.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%"><span style="">Interpret test results and provide detailed reports of findings</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%"><span style="">Maintain and calibrate testing equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 3.0pt 0.0px;line-height:normal"><span style="">Performs long term aging test</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 3.0pt 0.0px;line-height:normal"><span style="">Prepare samples such as magnet wire for test</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 3.0pt 0.0px;line-height:normal"><span style="">Reports results in compliance with UL and ELANTAS requirements</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 3.0pt 0.0px;line-height:normal"><span style="">Maintain records to comply with UL and TS16949 requirements</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 3.0pt 0.0px;line-height:normal"><span style="">Interface with all departments such as Maintenance and QC to resolve problems</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%"><span style="">Collaborate with cross-functional teams on projects and initiatives</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%"><span style="">All other duties as assigned or required.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%"><span style="">Stay up-to-date with industry developments and advancements in materials testing</span></li> </ul></p> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="word-wrap:break-word"><H3 style="margin:0.0px"><b>Requirements</b></H3> </div><div><p> <p style="margin:0.0in;Times New Roman', serif"><span style=""><strong><span style="">Qualification, knowledge and experience</span></strong></span></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:3.0pt;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 3.0pt 0.0px;line-height:normal"><span style="">High school diploma or GED equivalent required</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 3.0pt 0.0px;line-height:normal"><span style="">Accurate and efficient computer data entry skills</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 3.0pt 0.0px;line-height:normal"><span style="">Proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 3.0pt 0.0px;line-height:normal"><span style="">Lab experience within a manufacturing environment is highly preferred<span style="">Must have a good understanding of the mechanical and physical properties of materials, as well as the testing methods and equipment used to measure them, experience a plus.</span></span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 3.0pt 0.0px;line-height:normal"><span style="">Must be able to interpret the results of tests and make recommendations based on the data. </span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 3.0pt 0.0px;line-height:normal"><span style=""><span style="">Proven</span><span style=""> analytical and problem-solving skills</span><span style="">Excellent attention to detail and accuracy</span></span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 3.0pt 0.0px;line-height:normal"><span style="">Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 3.0pt 0.0px;line-height:normal"><span style="">Excellent written and verbal communication skills</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 3.0pt 0.0px;line-height:normal"><span style="">Strong initiative and a positive mental attitude</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in;Times New Roman', serif"><span style=""><strong><span style="">Skills and attitude</span></strong><span style="">:</span></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;Times New Roman', serif"> </p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px"><span style="">Ability to work collaboratively with all relevant stakeholders </span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;text-align:justify;line-height:normal"><span style="">Ability to perform multiple tasks at any given time</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;text-align:justify;line-height:normal"><span style="">Ability to demonstrate and foster safe working behavior in the team</span></li> </ul></p> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="word-wrap:break-word"><H3 style="margin:0.0px"><b>Contact Person</b></H3> </div><div><p> Brett Keller<br> HR Team<br> Phone: </p> </div></div></div>