Lab Technician

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Purpose of Job:

Support Interstate Batteries corporate goals by conducting 1) lab equipment related calibration task 2) lab equipment troubleshooting 3) local investigation of vehicle and equipment application issues 4) internal and external technical support functions 5) other related task as needed

Job Components:

• Conduct technical analysis and evaluation of new or existing batteries and electrical/electronic devices (e.g., testers, chargers, Bitrode equipment, battery dimensional analysis) in the lab.
• Maintain and calibrate lab equipment.
• Provide data and/or data analysis on product testing/evaluation
• Provide technical services as needed for internal and external customers (e.g. Answer various technical Internal/External questions)
• Create and supply technical documents for customers and vendors.
• Interface with Supplier Quality, i.e., data collection analysis.
• Assist with data collection installs and fitment studies as needed

Qualifications:

• Understand basic automotive electrical/electronic principles
• Ability to run tests, maintain test schedule and analyze test results, including capacity analysis
• Create and maintain testing and operating procedures
• Set up optimal test schedules based on test plans to optimize machine utilization.
• Manage inventory of batteries, chargers and testers
• Skill set to maintain the test lab, test equipment including calibration processes
• Ability to set up, maintain and document calibration records
• Knowledge of product testing standards (i.e. SAE, EN, DIN, JIS, etc.)
• Proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Understand engineering schematic diagrams and graphs
• Demonstrated working knowledge of AC/DC power, electronics
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Produce test reports including preliminary conclusions for the Tech Services customer
• Update customer on test progress
• Battery knowledge (is a plus but not required)
• Experience with Microsoft Access, SQL
• Clean driving record
  Overtime as necessary

Scope Data :

• Produce documentation on test performed with a summary of the findings and/or conclusions s

Work Environment:

• Frequently required to use hands to grasp or handle, talk and hear, stand and walk.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move 50+ lbs.
• Lab environment with exposure to battery warehouse conditions such as exposure to moving equipment mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Prolonged use of personal computer & telephone.

Note: We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us.

Interstate Batteries provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Interstate Batteries complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Interstate Batteries expressly prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental and physical), marital status, military status, veteran status, citizenship or any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state or federal law.