Lab Tech - Quality

Flex-N-Gate; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription coverage

Life and disability insurance

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Flex-N-Gate is seeking a quality lab technician to provide testing data for projects and ensure customer performance metrics are met. You will operate the lab safely, perform first piece testing, and manage part retains.

The role requires basic coating tests, color standards, IMDS compliance, and daily documentation; training is provided on-site in a manufacturing plant environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Familiar with X-Rite, Wave Scan, microscopy, film-build, and orange peel.
• Ability to perform basic tests related to coating technologies (crosshatch adhesion, cure rubs).

Responsibilities

• Safe and clean operation of the quality lab with first piece testing on all product lines processed each day.
• Maintain color harmony and color standards including Macbeth light table.
• Operate salt spray booth, water immersion booth, humidity testing as needed.
• Track internal and external project testing and lab microscope results.
• Store and organize part retains.
• Fulfill IMDS requirements for customers.
• Maintain weekly scrap logs for lab-tested parts.

Skills

Excel

Word

Written and verbal communication

Quality lab testing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

X-Rite

Wave Scan

Microscopy

Film-build

Orange peel inspection

Job description

Flex‑N‑Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex‑N‑Gate provides a great opportunity for hard‑working and skilled individuals.

Job Summary/Objective

Provide testing data for existing and prospective projects to assure customers’ performance metrics and requirements are met.

Job Responsibilities

• Safe and clean operation of the quality lab to include first piece testing on all product lines processed each day.
• Color harmony and maintenance of color standards and Macbeth light table.
• Operation of salt spray booth, water immersion booth, humidity testing as needed.
• Tracking of all internal and external project testing, lab microscope.
• Storing and organizing part retains.
• Fulfill company’s International Material Data System (IMDS) requirements of the customer.
• Maintaining weekly scrap logs for lab‑tested parts.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Competent written and verbal skills. Computer skills to include Microsoft Excel and Word. Familiarity with X‑Rite, Wave scan, microscopy, film‑build, and orange peel. Ability to perform basic tests related to coating technologies (crosshatch adhesion, cure rubs). Cutting of metal and plastic parts for testing.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED. Previous experience is preferred but not required. X‑Cel will train.

Work Environment

Laboratory/office, manufacturing plant.

Physical Demands

Bending, lifting, standing.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.

Flex‑N‑Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.