Automotive QA Testing Specialist

Vybond; Franklin, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Vybond in Kentucky is seeking a Laboratory Test Engineer to perform comprehensive testing on automotive tapes, develop test plans, and report results. You will interpret external standards and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product performance.

The role requires coordinating with external labs, maintaining test data in a database, and contributing to continuous improvement across testing methodologies and QA processes.

Qualifications

• Understanding of how processing conditions affect final product performance.
• Experience with peel adhesion, tack, and shear testing.
• Entrepreneurial and continuous innovation mindset.

Responsibilities

• Perform functional, performance, durability, environmental, thermal, and chemical testing on automotive tapes according to external standards and company requirements.
• Develop, document, and execute test plans and protocols for new and existing products.
• Interpret and understand external automotive testing standards (e.g., FORD, GM, CHRYSLER, DELPHI).
• Work with external testing labs to get quotes, issue PO’s, and send out samples for testing.
• Analyze test data, prepare detailed reports, and communicate findings to cross-functional teams for all internal and external testing.
• Maintain all testing in a database for reference.
• Collaborate with R&D, production, and quality teams to troubleshoot product issues and improve performance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in testing methodologies and quality assurance processes.

Skills

Process control basics

Peel adhesion testing

Tack and shear testing

Communication skills

Job description

Vybond in Kentucky is seeking a Laboratory Test Engineer to perform comprehensive testing on automotive tapes, develop test plans, and report results. You will interpret external standards and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product performance.

The role requires coordinating with external labs, maintaining test data in a database, and contributing to continuous improvement across testing methodologies and QA processes.