Mechanical Lab Technician (MA)

Paylocity; Chicopee (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Tsubaki Automotive, LLC is seeking a Lab Technician to support the Product Engineering Laboratory, performing dynamic wear and fatigue testing on automotive timing chains and maintaining test equipment.

The role involves test setup, data collection, report writing, and collaboration with engineering. Candidates should have an associate degree or higher and 3–5 years of related experience, with strong teamwork and safety awareness.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent from two-year college/technical school or higher.
• 3–5 years of related lab/testing experience preferred.
• Proficient with Windows OS and Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Familiar with mechanical tools including torque wrenches and bearing separators.
• Experience with transducer calibration and engineering units.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Knowledge of internal combustion 4-stroke engines.
• Ability to operate machining tools and lab equipment.
• Strong teamwork and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run dynamic tests of automotive timing chains; complete data sheets and reports.
• Assist with Engineering Work Orders, test set-ups, data review, and technical writing.
• Maintain lab cleanliness and present lab to customers.
• Support engineering with prototype prep, fixture fabrication, instrumentation, and calibration of test parts.
• Learn U.S. Tsubaki products and testing methods.
• Understand fit and function of high‑speed chain drive systems.

Skills

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Machining tools

Digital multimeter

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate’s Degree or higher

Tools

Windows OS

Torque wrenches

Bearing separators

Digital photography

Job description

Description

The TSUBAKI name is synonymous with excellence in quality, dependability and customer service. U.S. Tsubaki Automotive, LLC is an international tier-one supplier of high-speed chain drive systems to the automotive industry.

The purpose of the Lab Technician is to support the functions of the Product Engineering Laboratory. These functions include conducting dynamic wear and fatigue strength tests on automotive timing chains, maintaining the test equipment and facilities, providing end of test examinations of timing drive system components, submitting reports for tests and examinations, instrumenting and calibration timing drive test hardware.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up & run dynamic tests of automotive timing chains to confirm performance and improve our products. Complete all data sheets & follow test procedures. Write reports using the test results. Keep spare parts on hand. Maintain test machines and manage inventory of consumables and spares.
• Assist with completion of Engineering Work Orders and related tasks as assigned by the Laboratory Supervisor. This will include product examination, test set‑ups, running tests, test data review, and technical writing of reports
• Assure the Lab facility is neat, clean, and presentable to internal and external customers at all times. This includes and is not limited to sweeping/mopping floors, washing walls, and removing trash.
• Support Product Engineering staff with miscellaneous assignments. This will include benchmark activity, support of prototype preparations, fixture fabrication, instrumentation and calibration of test parts, and other miscellaneous technical assistance.
• Become familiar with UST products and testing methods.
• Learn the fit and function of high-speed chain drive systems, which include chains, sprockets, guides, and tensioners.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree (A.A) or equivalent from two-year college/technical school, or more
• 3-5 years of related experience preferred
• Use of personal computer (Windows operating system)
• Use of mechanics tools including torque wrenches, bearing separators, etc.
• Transducer calibration, linear scaling, engineering units
• Use of Microsoft office software (Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• Use of digital multi-meter
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Judgment of an unsafe condition
• Understanding of internal combustion 4-stroke engines
• Ability to operate machining tools
• Judgment of product condition
• Ability to work in a team
• Use of digital photography equipment

Learn more about U.S. Tsubaki at: www.ustsubaki.com/careers

U.S. Tsubaki offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including health benefits effective on date of hire, dental and vision benefits effective on the first of the month following date of hire, Paid Time Off ("PTO"), 10 paid holidays, generous 401(k) match and profit sharing, annual bonus potential, life insurance, short and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, education reimbursement, home and auto insurance discounts, and pet insurance.

The estimated salary range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors.

Tsubaki is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability

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