Production Test Technician

Traka (Assa Abloy); New Haven (CT); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible spending account

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Sargent Manufacturing ASSA ABLOY is seeking a Product Test Technician to join the Access & Egress Hardware Team. This onsite-hybrid role sits between New Haven and Berlin, CT, focusing on testing mechanical and electromechanical products, collecting precise data, and generating detailed reports.

Responsibilities include setting up tests, monitoring procedures, troubleshooting fixtures, reviewing test requests, and maintaining meticulous records.

Qualifications

• Mechanical experience required; lift up to 75 lbs.
• Proficient with power tools, hand tools and shop equipment.
• Familiar with force, torque, voltage and temperature meters.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills; MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Set up tests and monitor procedures for mechanical and electromechanical products.
• Generate detailed reports and interpret test results.
• Troubleshoot fixtures and perform repairs to maintain testing conditions.
• Review test requests and maintain meticulous testing records.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve testing methods and fixtures.
• Serve as contact for customers regarding test issues and results.

Skills

Mechanical experience

75 lbs lifting

Basic computer skills

Power tools

Hand tools

Shop equipment

Force meters

Torque meters

Voltage meters

MS Office

Electrical wiring experience

Job description

Sargent Manufacturing is a market leader in commercial door hardware. The company's customer base includes commercial construction, institutional and industrial markets. Included in our product offerings are windstorm certified locks, hardwired and wireless access control devices, designer levers and antimicrobial hardware coating. Sargent Manufacturing ASSA ABLOY is seeking a Product Test Technician to join our Access & Egress Hardware Team. As a Product Test Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our mechanical and electromechanical products through meticulous testing and analysis. You will be responsible for conducting test setups, monitoring procedures, and collecting precise data. This position will sit onsite hybrid between both New Haven and Berlin, CT offices full-time and report to the Manager of Test Lab & Model Shop.

What you will be doing

Conducting test setups, monitoring procedures, and accurately collecting data on mechanical and electromechanical products. Generating detailed reports and offering comprehensive interpretations of test results. Troubleshooting fixture issues and performing necessary repairs to maintain optimal testing conditions. Reviewing test requests, test reports, and maintaining meticulous records of all testing activities. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to review testing methodologies and develop innovative methods and fixtures to meet evolving customer requirements. Serving as a direct point of contact for customers regarding test issues and results. Ensuring the maintenance of a professional and organized lab environment. Undertaking additional duties as assigned by management.

What we are looking for

Must have mechanical experience and be able to lift up to 75lbs. Basic computer skills required. Mechanical inclination and proficiency with power tools, hand tools, and shop equipment. Competency in utilizing force, torque, temperature, and voltage meters. Demonstrated innovation and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in computer applications, particularly Microsoft Office suite. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. Flexibility to adapt quickly to changing business needs.

Preferred Skills

Electrical wiring experience a plus. Familiarity with ISO17025 procedures. Familiarity with BHMA and UL testing procedures. Previous exposure to a laboratory environment. Strong organization skills and attention to detail. Familiarity with electro-mechanical products.

What we offer

We believe in creating opportunities and providing benefits that empower you to grow, thrive, and build a rewarding lifelong career with us. Here is just a sample of what you can look forward to as a member of our team: Competitive Salary Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and paid Company Holidays Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Short and Long-term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance Tuition Reimbursement, Learning and Career Development opportunities Flexible Spending Employee Assistance Program Discount portal Recognition, well-being, and employee experience programs designed to support and celebrate you throughout your career

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access. As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences. We are the ASSA ABLOY Group Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access. As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.