Position Summary:
Under indirect supervision, the Test Technician is responsible for setting up test apparatus and conducts initial tests of production assemblies and units following methods; procedures; standards; and sequences. The Test Technician I uses hand and small power tools; and various measuring and testing devices in performing job duties. This position may monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and one to three years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience required. A two year associate degree in electronics or similar field and one of experience preferred. Must be able to read electronic and hydraulic schematics and drawings.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Lay out and assembles units for production equipment according to designs and specifications. Adjusts and calibrates systems as needed.
- Modifies equipment by adding; removing; or altering components as defined by predetermined diagrams and sketches. Corrects malfunctions by making adjustments or replacing parts or components as directed.
- Perform assembly testing and pre-testing of valves and certify valve assemblies to meet quality standards.
- Perform initial tests or assists in testing operation of completed product and prepare tested assemblies for customers.
- Perform visual inspection of raw materials and products to ensure acceptability.
- Process reworks on assemblies within a specified lead-time and assist in troubleshooting and testing process/products.
- Participate in cross training on multiple product lines.
- Utilize computer systems to retrieve data for assignments and provide data for managerial reports.
- Fill out paperwork associated with assigned work tasks.
- Documents actions by completing production and quality forms when necessary.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements:
Hearing: Adequate to perform job duties in person, over the telephone, and on the production floor.
Speaking: Must be able to communicate clearly in person, over the telephone, and on the production floor.
Vision: Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including visual examination of manufactured parts and reading information from printed sources and computer screens.
Other: May require frequent lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds unassisted, including assisting coworkers when required. Adequate physical ability including sufficient manual dexterity to perform the requisite manufacturing duties. Requires frequent bending, reaching, repetitive hand movements, standing, walking, squatting and sitting, with some heavy lifting, pushing and pulling exerted regularly throughout a regular work shift.
Status: Non-Exempt
Rate: $17.00 - $20.00
Shift: 1st or 2nd