Prototype Technician

Job Description:

Position Summary:

Fabricates prototype parts ensuring that end product conforms to requirement identified on work order customer blueprint and/or specifications.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Works with Senior Engineering Technicians to gain experience on all the fabricating processes we use in the prototype group

• Produces prototype fabrications in a timely and quality manner

• Maintains accurate records of all time and expenses incurred in the fabrication of each prototype order

• Performs required inspections of conformance and immediately notifies Manager of any concerns or discrepancies

• Processes orders with minimal supervision

• Must operate in a manner that reinforces supports and is consistent with the Cooper Standard Purpose Mission Values and Capabilities

• Ensures 6S housekeeping and health and safety standards are maintained

• 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 is preferred

• Two to four years of relevant work experience

• Fabrication blue print reading skills and equipment knowledge

• Working knowledge of fabrication equipment preferred

• Strong mechanical aptitude

• Forklift Certification preferred

• Ability to lift up to thirty pounds on a regular basis

• Willingness and ability to travel as necessary

Work Environment/Work Conditions:

• Professional Office and Manufacturing Environment

• Must wear proper personal protection equipment while on manufacturing floor

• Travel to manufacturing facilities or customer locations when required (rare)

• Equipment used requires proper training on the potential for and avoidance of injury

Position Type:

Regular

Additional Locations:

Additional Information:

Cooper Standard is proud of its diverse workforce and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race color religion sex national origin genetic information physical or mental disability age veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are dedicated to creating an environment at work that not only values diversity but also encourages inclusion and a sense of belonging. We firmly believe that a diverse workplace fosters an environment where our employees can flourish and provide superior service to our customers. Because we recognize and value the range of ways in which people acquire experiences whether personal professional or via education or volunteerism we invite interested applicants to evaluate the key duties and requirements and apply for any opportunities that fit your experience and qualifications. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act as well as certain state and/or local laws. If you believe you require such assistance to complete our online application or to participate in an interview you (or someone on your behalf) may request assistance by emailing with a description of the accommodation you seek. Application materials submitted to this email address will not be considered.

Remote Status:

On-site