Senior Lab Technician
Job Summary
Job Description:
Primary Responsibilities:
- Properly mix lab compounds which includes proper weights mixing process preparation & storage
- Properly prepare test samples (ribbons plaques buttons etc.) for testing
- Measure Rheology properties of compound prepared in Lab or mixing plant
- Assists in training of new lab employees and Lab Technicians with new test procedures setups etc
- Works with a limited degree of supervision within established laboratory procedures and practices
- Performs mechanical testing on a variety of product types or components involving programming and running test lab equipment while following written procedures methods and/or instructions
- Conducts tests maintains records of work performed verify data summarizes and reports results
- Develops and coordinates in building lab test fixtures
- Assists in preventative maintenance troubleshooting and repairs of lab test equipment
- Assists in ensuring the availability of adequate supplies and equipment
- Frequent interface with other personnel outside of the lab department (Engineering Quality etc.)
- Provides support in Quality Audits Customer Complaints and Failure Analysis
- Must operate in a manner that reinforces supports and is consistent with the Cooper Standard Leadership Model
- Ensures 6S housekeeping and health and safety standards are maintained
- Supports chemists/material engineers as required for innovation and material. development activities
- May on occasion be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description
Education and Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Two Year College Degree or applicable Technical Training and Certification
- Five to eight years of relevant work experience
- Experience in mixing of rubber is preferred
- Strong mechanical aptitude as well as technical and analytical problem-solving skills
- Skills or working knowledge of plumbing electrical pneumatic hydraulic and mechanical systems
- Good interpersonal skills to work effectively with others in a team environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- Good verbal written communication skills and Organizational skills
- Knowledge of standard control systems utilized in Laboratory Testing and Material Testing Equipment preferred
- Understanding of Material Failure modes Gage R&R and Capability Studies a plus
- Ability to lift up to thirty pounds on a regular basis
- Willingness and ability to travel as necessary
- Proficient in the English language written spoken reading
Position Type:
ContractAdditional Locations:
Additional Information:
Remote Status:
On-siteRequired Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
OUR INNOVATION. YOUR ADVANTAGE. Cooper Standard is a leading materials science and manufacturing expert headquartered in Northville, Mich. USA. We operate in 21 countries and with a global team of 25,000 employees. We develop materials, systems and components for a wide range of diver ... View more