Laboratory Coordinator

Nortek; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

FSA

HSA

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Nortek Data Center Cooling in Oklahoma City seeks a detail‑oriented Lab Coordinator to manage day‑to‑day laboratory operations, scheduling, and coordination with engineering, facilities, and contractors. You will help ensure readiness of testing areas, maintain equipment records, and support shipping, receiving, and documentation.

This role supports safe, efficient testing programs. The ideal candidate has an associate degree or equivalent experience in engineering technology, strong

Qualifications

• Strong organizational, scheduling, and coordination skills.
• Experience working in a laboratory, manufacturing, engineering, testing, or technical environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and business systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily laboratory operations and support readiness of test areas and infrastructure.
• Maintain laboratory master schedule and track equipment readiness and maintenance.
• Coordinate contractor activities for maintenance, calibration, and upgrades.
• Manage shipping/receiving, documentation, and inventory related to testing.
• Support safety inspections, audits, and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Organizational skills

Scheduling skills

Coordination skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience in engineering technology

Job description

Maximize your potential. Minimize your footprint.Nortek Data Center Cooling builds the systems that keep modern data centers running — from liquid cooling to large‑scale air solutions. Our work supports some of the world’s most demanding AI and hyperscale environments, and we solve those challenges with engineering depth and practical execution.We keep things simple here. We communicate early, stay close to the details, and follow through. When issues come up, we address them directly, not with layers of process. Customers count on us because we do what we say and we keep projects moving.Our culture is hands‑on and collaborative. People take ownership, move quickly, and help each other. If you like working with teammates who are straightforward and accountable, you’ll feel at home.SummaryThe Lab Coordinator is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations, scheduling, and coordination of Nortek Data Center Cooling's testing facility in Oklahoma City. This role serves as a key liaison between engineering teams, laboratory personnel, facilities resources, contractors, and external vendors to ensure testing activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with project priorities.The Lab Coordinator supports laboratory readiness, scheduling, equipment maintenance tracking, contractor coordination, shipping and receiving activities, documentation management, and overall operational support of testing programs. This position works closely with engineering and laboratory teams to help ensure facility resources, equipment, materials, and support services are available to enable successful execution of laboratory testing activities.This role is ideal for an organized, detail-oriented professional who enjoys coordinating multiple priorities in a fast-paced technical environment.Job ResponsibilitiesLaboratory Operations & Facility CoordinationCoordinate daily laboratory operations and support readiness of test areas, support systems, and laboratory infrastructureAssist with facility maintenance activities and repairs to minimize disruption to testing operationsMaintain laboratory organization, housekeeping standards, and storage areasSupport laboratory improvement projects, equipment installations, and facility upgradesServe as a point of contact for facility-related issues and operational support requestsLaboratory Scheduling & Resource CoordinationMaintain and update the laboratory master scheduleCoordinate testing priorities with engineering, product development, service, and program teamsAssist with balancing laboratory capacity, equipment availability, and project timelinesCommunicate scheduling updates, resource constraints, and potential conflicts to stakeholdersSupport test setup coordination and resource allocation activitiesProject & Event CoordinationCoordinate laboratory activities related to customer visits, demonstrations, audits, and validation testing programsAssist in tracking project milestones and laboratory support activitiesHelp ensure stakeholders are informed regarding test schedules, equipment readiness, and facility requirementsTrack action items and support completion of operational tasks tied to laboratory objectivesContractor & Vendor CoordinationCoordinate contractor activities related to maintenance, calibration, facility improvements, and equipment installationsAssist with obtaining quotations, scheduling work, and tracking project progressEnsure contractor activities comply with facility safety requirements and operational proceduresInterface with equipment suppliers, calibration providers, and service partners as neededEquipment Maintenance & Calibration SupportMaintain equipment maintenance schedules and calibration recordsCoordinate preventive maintenance activities and service visitsTrack equipment availability, downtime, and service statusWork with engineering and laboratory personnel to support equipment repair and upgrade effortsAssist with laboratory asset tracking and inventory managementShipping, Receiving & Material CoordinationCoordinate shipment and receipt of test samples, components, and laboratory equipmentSupport incoming and outgoing freight activitiesMaintain documentation, tracking records, and storage of laboratory materialsAssist with logistics coordination for customer and supplier-provided equipmentDocumentation & Process SupportMaintain laboratory procedures, work instructions, forms, and recordsSupport document control and audit-readiness activitiesAssist in tracking laboratory metrics including utilization, equipment availability, and operational performanceParticipate in continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancement effortsSafety & CompliancePromote a strong culture of safety within laboratory operationsSupport safety inspections, corrective action activities, and facility auditsAssist with hazard assessments and laboratory compliance initiativesHelp ensure laboratory operations align with company, regulatory, and quality requirementsQualificationsRequiredAssociate degree or equivalent experience in engineering technology, technical operations, facilities coordination, project coordination, or a related fieldExperience working in a laboratory, manufacturing, engineering, testing, or technical environmentStrong organizational, scheduling, and coordination skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneouslyStrong communication and interpersonal skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and business systemsAbility to work independently and proactively solve problemsPreferredExperience supporting laboratory or technical facility operationsExperience coordinating contractors, vendors, or maintenance activitiesFamiliarity with equipment maintenance and calibration programsExperience in HVAC, thermal testing, product development, manufacturing, or engineering environmentsKnowledge of quality systems, documentation practices, and audit requirementsExperience supporting facility improvement projects or equipment installationsSuccess ProfileA successful Lab Coordinator is:Highly organized and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneouslyProactive in identifying and resolving operational issues before they impact testing schedulesService-oriented and focused on supporting engineers, technicians, and business stakeholdersDependable and committed to maintaining laboratory readinessDetail-oriented when managing schedules, documentation, and recordsCollaborative and effective at working across multiple teams and functionsAdaptable and comfortable in a dynamic technical environmentAccountable and committed to following through on commitments and action itemsWe offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Our benefits package includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HSA and 401(k) Plan with company contributions. To apply, please visit our career site at https://www.nortekdatacenter.com/careers/Nortek Data Center Cooling. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law.