Laboratory Technician

About This Role

This role involves ensuring safety and quality standards by performing audits in production, conducting laboratory tests, and maintaining calibration systems and documentation. The technician will also be responsible for operating and maintaining lab equipment and assisting with problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Know, and apply, the safety and environment rules of the site
• Know, apply and teach others to apply the quality rules and quality tools
• Perform audits in production regarding safety, quality, standards, and deviation adherence
• Participate in pre-test meetings, setup and perform laboratory tests
• Perform preliminary analysis and summary of test results data
• Verify compliance with customer specifications and Valeo work instructions
• Draft test reports for review by Test / Product Engineers
• Develop and maintain plant-wide calibration systems according to QS 9000 and American Association of Laboratory Accreditation standards
• Calibrate gauges designated for internal calibration
• Maintain and perform minor repairs on quality hand tools like calipers, micrometers, and indicators
• Operate Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) for dimensional verification of products
• Apply appropriate computer programs and data acquisition systems, performing customizations as required
• Maintain documentation control (test requests, log sheets, test data, reports)
• Review, update, and generate Laboratory Work Instructions as required
• Maintain proficiency in the operation of all Dimensional Lab equipment
• Assist in dimension related problem solving utilizing proper methods and equipment
• Monitor functional lab test equipment for proper operation during off-shift hours
• Perform proper sample disposition (packaging and storage) per department guidelines
• Utilize appropriate Quality Tools (e.g., non-conformance, 5W2H) for root cause investigation
• Develop and maintain knowledge of test & measurement equipment operation and safety precautions
• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on test equipment
• Perform in-house calibration of equipment and coordinate with vendors
• Assist with equipment and lab supplies purchases
• Daily recording of hours worked per program using company-standard software

Requirements

• Working knowledge of GD&T and dimensional inspection techniques (CMM, Romer Arm, Laser Tracker, hand tools, Faro arm)
• Knowledge of QS 9000 and American Association of Laboratory Accreditation standards

Skills

* Required skills