QA Testing Coordinator

Vybond; Franklin, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Vybond in Kentucky is seeking a Laboratory Test Engineer to perform comprehensive testing on automotive tapes, develop test plans, and report results. You will interpret external standards and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product performance.

The role requires coordinating with external labs, maintaining test data in a database, and contributing to continuous improvement across testing methodologies and QA processes.

Qualifications

• Understanding of how processing conditions affect final product performance.
• Experience with peel adhesion, tack, and shear testing.
• Entrepreneurial and continuous innovation mindset.

Responsibilities

• Perform functional, performance, durability, environmental, thermal, and chemical testing on automotive tapes according to external standards and company requirements.
• Develop, document, and execute test plans and protocols for new and existing products.
• Interpret and understand external automotive testing standards (e.g., FORD, GM, CHRYSLER, DELPHI).
• Work with external testing labs to get quotes, issue PO’s, and send out samples for testing.
• Analyze test data, prepare detailed reports, and communicate findings to cross-functional teams for all internal and external testing.
• Maintain all testing in a database for reference.
• Collaborate with R&D, production, and quality teams to troubleshoot product issues and improve performance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in testing methodologies and quality assurance processes.

Skills

Process control basics

Peel adhesion testing

Tack and shear testing

Communication skills

Job description

• Perform functional, performance, durability, environmental, thermal, and chemical testing on automotive tapes in accordance to external standards and company requirements
• Develop, document, and execute test plans and protocols for new and existing products
• Interpret and understand external automotive testing standards (e.g., FORD, GM, CHRYSLER, DELPHI)
• Work with external testing labs to get quotes, issue PO’s, and send out samples for testing
• Analyze test data, prepare detailed reports, and communicate findings to cross-functional teams for all internal and external testing
• Maintain all testing in a database for reference
• Collaborate with R&D, production, and quality teams to troubleshoot product issues and improve performance
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in testing methodologies and quality assurance processes

Qualifications

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Competence in the basic understanding of process control equipment and the interrelations of processing conditions versus final product performance
• Competence in peel adhesion, tack and shear testing, and other analytical techniques
• Entrepreneurial and continuous innovation mindset

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• General knowledge of chemical compatibilities, safety protocols & experience working in a laboratory
• Proficiency with MS office to record and report data in a professional manner
• Ability to travel as needed (limited)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, be a proactive thinker, and results-oriented team player
• Strong organizational skills with proven ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously