Lab Technician — Ice Machine Testing & Data Entry

Pentair; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Pentair in Manitowoc, WI is seeking a Lab Technician to join our team. You will assist with ice machine performance testing and data collection related to product variants, test fixtures, and NPD verification and validation activities.

This entry-level position operates under a mentor and supervisor, performing hands-on testing and data recording, while helping to maintain lab tools and contribute to Engineering Lab Best Practices.

Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical diploma, or certificate in HVACR / Electro-Mechanical / Electronics preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Knowledge of test equipment: mechanical, electrical, refrigeration.
• Ability to stand & walk on concrete 100% of the day, lift 35 lbs., and work in hot/cold environments.
• EPA Type I, II Refrigerant Handling Certificate within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Set up Ice Machine for basic performance testing (electrical, water, drain & data acquisition connections).
• Follow testing procedures using appropriate instrumentation and standard methods per internal specifications.
• Operate general lab equipment such as: scale, flow meter, overhead hoist, dimensional and electrical measuring equipment
• Perform computer data entry; and use of Microsoft Office & National Instruments (NI) Data acquisition systems
• Maintain lab tools, equipment, and housekeeping standards
• Accurately record test data in Electronic Test Request Folders
• Know and follow all necessary safety procedures, and be an active participant in department specific meetings and activities
• Assist with calibration activities.
• Participate in creation of Engineering Lab Best Practices

Skills

Test equipment operation

Lab procedures

Data entry

Safety procedures

Education

HVACR / Electro-Mechanical / Electronics qualification

Tools

HVACR test equipment

Electrical test equipment

Refrigeration tools

Job description

Pentair in Manitowoc, WI is seeking a Lab Technician to join our team. You will assist with ice machine performance testing and data collection related to product variants, test fixtures, and NPD verification and validation activities.

This entry-level position operates under a mentor and supervisor, performing hands-on testing and data recording, while helping to maintain lab tools and contribute to Engineering Lab Best Practices.