Lead Lab. Technician

Cooper Standard; Stratford; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Lab Technician Lead to oversee a team in a dynamic testing environment. This role involves conducting mechanical tests, analyzing data, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude and experience in various systems, along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Join a collaborative team where your expertise will contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement in laboratory operations. If you're passionate about technology and teamwork, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant work experience with strong mechanical aptitude.
• Experience in troubleshooting and repairing lab test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor Lab Technicians in a Functional Test Area team.
• Conduct tests, analyze data, and report results.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Analytical Problem-Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Plumbing Systems

Knowledge of Electrical Systems

Knowledge of Pneumatic Systems

Knowledge of Hydraulic Systems

Knowledge of Mechanical Systems

Education

High School Diploma

Two Year College Degree

Technical Training and Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Primary Responsibilities

Leads and mentors a small group of Lab Technicians in a Functional Test Area team in coordinating and tracking test & equipment scheduling within this area.

Conducts tests, maintains records of work performed, analyzes data collected, summarizes and reports results.

Works autonomously 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.

Develops and coordinates in building lab test fixtures.

Assists in preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs of lab test equipment.

Assists in training of new lab employees and Lab Technicians with new test procedures, setups, etc.

Helps draft internal laboratory Standardized Work Instructions as well as Data and Report Templates to assist Lab Management & Test Engineering.

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.

Expertise in ensuring good plant 6S standards are followed.

Ensures 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.

Eight plus years of relevant work experience.

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 and written communication skills.

Knowledge of most standard control systems utilized in Laboratory and Material Testing Equipment.

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

Understanding of Material Failure modes, Gage R&R, and Capability Studies a plus.

Previous Experience Leading Others Preferred

Willingness and ability to travel, as necessary.

Work Environment/Work Conditions

Professional Office Environment.

Must wear proper personal protection equipment while on manufacturing floor.

Travel to manufacturing facilities or customer locations when required.

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