Full-Time - Advanced Manufacturing Lab Technician

GOODWIN COLLEGE; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k employer match

PTO program

Great tuition benefits for employee,sp

Job summary

Goodwin University seeks an Advanced Manufacturing Lab Technician to set up, operate, and maintain CNC and quality lab equipment, and to demonstrate course lab activities for students. The role involves on-ground and off-site venues, with potential online support and teaching assistant duties during workshops and labs.

You will train students, support faculty, and uphold safety standards while coordinating with the Director of Advanced Manufacturing Labs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience operating and maintaining lab electronic and mechanical analytical equipment.
• Associate degree in a related technical field preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for local travel to off-site training.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lab materials for workshops.
• Operate, maintain, and make minor adjustments on the lab equipment.
• Instruct students in the proper and safe use of lab equipment.
• Maintain inventory of lab tooling and supplies.
• Set up and execute a preventative maintenance schedule for the lab equipment.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Willingness to learn

Physical stamina

Education

Associate degree in related technical field

Tools

CNC Machines

Manual Mill Lathe

Surface Grinder

5 Axis Milling

CMM

Metrology Tools

PC-DMIS

Microscopy

Job description

DescriptionThe mission of Goodwin University is to educate a diverse student population in a dynamic environment that aligns education, commerce, and community. Our innovative programs of study prepare students for professional careers while promoting lifelong learning and civic responsibility. As a nurturing university community, we challenge students, faculty, staff, and administration to fully realize their highest academic, professional, and personal potential.Position Description Summary/Purpose :The Advanced Manufacturing Lab Technician is required for the day-to-day set up, operation and maintenance of lab equipment, as well as the demonstration of course lab activities for the students. Lab Techs are assigned to on-ground and off-site training venues and may be involved supporting some aspects in an on-line environment in quality or CNC labs. Lab techs provide direct support to faculty conducting incumbent worker training. They also function as a teaching assistants during workshops or University academic labs. Lab techs provide technical support for the operation of the Advanced Manufacturing Quality, Mechatronics, Automation & Robotic, and Welding Laboratories at the Business & Advanced Manufacturing Center. These are an integral part of the Goodwin University curriculum required for the Bachelor of Science and Associate of Science Manufacturing Degrees and the Certifications in CNC Machining, Metrology, Welding and Quality. This position reports to the Director of Advanced Manufacturing Labs. This role may require additional training on equipment relevant to other manufacturing programs including desktop CNC machines, logistics modeling and fabrication equipment.Knowledge:Working knowledge of the operation and maintenance of various types of CNC and quality/inspection laboratory analytical equipment such as mechanical and electronic equipment, including computer hardware and softwareKnowledge of the structure and content of the English languageExcellent technology and computer skillsKnowledge of CMM language and PC-DMIS is a plusExcellent knowledge of mechanical and electrical components and toolsUse Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook)General ResponsibilitiesPrepare lab materials for workshopsPerform highly skilled laboratory functions in support of University and high school program courseworkOperate, maintain, and make minor adjustments on the lab equipmentInstruct students in the proper and safe use of lab equipment and tools.Maintain inventory of lab tooling and supplies, and purchase if necessarySet up and execute a preventative maintenance schedule for the lab equipment.Explain and demonstrate operation of the lab equipment to students and assist them as neededMaintain appropriate safety standards in the labAssist students and faculty concerning lab exercisesSpecific Responsibilities:Operate, Setup and Instruct - CNC Machines, Manual Mill & Lathe, Surface Grinder, Live-Tooling Lathe,Enforce Shop Safety RegulationsOperate, Setup and Instruct - 5 Axis Mill a plusSet-up and breakdown mobile labs when assignedProvide support at off-site training locationsProvide tours of the Advanced Manufacturing Labs to prospective studentsOperate coordinate measurement machines, metrology tools, microscopy, and other analytical and processing equipmentInspect and test mechanical and electronic equipmentGeneral Skills :Good interpersonal and communication skills, as well as organizational and logistic skillsCritical thinking and problem solvingWork collaboratively with faculty to support learning as well as with high school and adult students;Demonstrate excellent customer service skills to Lead Quality Technician, faculty members, students and other stakeholdersAbilities:Assist adults and high school-aged studentsWork under the supervision of the Director of the labs; follow-through on projectsWillingness to learn new technologies in support of cross-functional teamsLift at least 35 poundsSelf-starter and work with little supervision and in a team environmentQualificationsMinimum Required Qualifications :Education, Training and Experience :Minimum of 2-years of experience in the operation, maintenance and support of laboratory electronic and mechanical analytical equipment; or similar relevant experience with equipment operation and maintenance in a manufacturing environment.Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for local travel to off-site training assignments;Associate degree in related technical field preferred or sufficient demonstrated expertise in related lab equipment,Special Requirements :Valid license & insured vehiclePhysical and Mental Requirements :Work Environment None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3Outdoor Weather Conditions XWork with fumes or airborne particles XWork near moving mechanical parts XRisk of electrical shock XVibration XPhysical Activity None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3Standing XWalking XSitting XTalking & Hearing XUsing hands/fingers to handle/feel XClimbing or balancing XBending, pulling, pushing XDriving XLifting Requirements None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3Up to 10 pounds XUp to 25 pounds XUp to 50 pounds XUp to 75 pounds XUp to 100 pounds XOver 100 pounds XVision Requirements: X Close vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 inches or less) X Distance vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 feet or more) X Color vision (i.e. ability to identify and distinguish colors) X Peripheral vision (i.e. ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or left and right while the eyes are fixed on a given point) X Depth perception (i.e. three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)___ No special vision requirementsFull-Time Employee Benefits:Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsurancePet Insurance401k employer matchEmployee & dependent life insuranceGreat tuition benefits for employee, spouse & dependentsPTO program(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between Goodwin University and employee. It is used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by the University as the needs of the University and requirements of the job change.)