Engineering Lab Technician

Haier US Appliance Solutions, Inc.; Newburg (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Haier US Appliance Solutions, Inc. is seeking an AP2 Lab Tech to own the basket and drum sample review process.

You will sample stainless‑steel baskets and aluminized drums, cut seams and welds to size, and run tests to qualify form and function using Instron, calipers, micrometers and high‑powered microscopes. Responsibilities include categorizing samples, performing tests on welds, investigating root causes, entering results into the database, and communicating findings to Quality Engineering.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college degree strongly preferred.
• 2+ years’ technical experience within manufacturing quality or an engineering lab in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
• Previous experience handling and processing metal samples strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with power tools and hand gauges strongly preferred.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within large, cross‑functional teams across various organizational levels.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including coordinating across shifts and providing updates to leadership.

Responsibilities

• Categorize and prepare samples according to standard operating procedures.
• Perform tests on drum weld and basket seam samples received from the lines.
• Investigate the root cause of failures when applicable.
• Input findings of the testing into the database.
• Communicate findings to the appropriate Quality Engineer.
• Perform 5S activities, organize part samples, equipment, and work areas.
• Oversee the condition of all testing equipment within the metrology lab and manage sample processing.
• Ensure that all testing equipment remains operable and provides accurate feedback.
• Perform operator‑level preventive maintenance of lab equipment.
• Assist engineering with testing of modified supplier parts as needed.
• Support problem‑solving with engineering staff.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) activities.
• Assist with gauge calibration activities.

Skills

Strong communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Self-starter

Multi-project juggling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Instron

Power tools

Hand gauges

Job description

Job Overview

The AP2 Lab Tech owns the basket and drum sample review process. Requires taking samples of stainless‑steel baskets as well as aluminized drums, cutting seams and welds into appropriate measurable sizes, and running samples through a series of tests to qualify correct form and function. Qualifying the parts using Instron, calipers, micrometers and high‑powered microscopes.

Responsibilities

• Categorize and prepare samples according to standard operating procedures.
• Perform tests on drum weld and basket seam samples received from the lines.
• Investigate the root cause of failures when applicable.
• Input findings of the testing into the database.
• Communicate findings to the appropriate Quality Engineer.
• Perform 5S activities, organize part samples, equipment, and work areas.
• Oversee the condition of all testing equipment within the metrology lab and manage sample processing.
• Ensure that all testing equipment remains operable and provides accurate feedback.
• Perform operator‑level preventive maintenance of lab equipment.
• Assist engineering with testing of modified supplier parts as needed.
• Support problem‑solving with engineering staff.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) activities.
• Assist with gauge calibration activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college degree strongly preferred.
• 2+ years’ technical experience within manufacturing quality or an engineering lab in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
• Previous experience handling and processing metal samples strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with power tools and hand gauges strongly preferred.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within large, cross‑functional teams across various organizational levels.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including coordinating across shifts and providing updates to leadership.
• Demonstrated ownership of cross‑functional program deliverables with a focus on benefiting the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to juggle multiple projects to maximize output.
• Computer savvy, able to learn multiple software programs and run them simultaneously.
• Excellent teamwork skills and a self‑starter who balances priorities in high‑stress environments.
• Ability to diagnose and perform root‑cause analysis and clearly communicate findings.

Desired Qualifications

• Six Sigma training or certification.
• Understanding and experience with schematics.
• Experience managing a lab, including scheduling, resourcing, and training.
• Understanding of ESD and electronic lab conditions.

Working Conditions

• Lab setting – must maintain a clean and orderly environment.
• Off‑shift and weekend work may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employment

GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Appliances participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.