Quality Lab Technician: Paint, Testing & Data

OPmobility SE; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

OPmobility SE is seeking a Site Quality Technician to support our automotive manufacturing operations in Chattanooga, TN. The role focuses on painting, quality control, data entry, and collaboration with engineering and quality teams to ensure product integrity and process improvements.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, a quality-oriented mindset, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced lab environment while maintaining safety standards and clean workspace.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass respiratory test and wear respirator for painting periods.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong quality-oriented mindset; prior quality experience preferred.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook and basic Microsoft Excel applications.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Able to communicate and collaborate at all organizational levels.
• Automotive manufacturing experience is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of basic problem-solving techniques.
• Solid computer and basic math skills.
• Commitment to good housekeeping and maintaining a clean lab environment.
• Munsell color testing
• Leadership Skills

Responsibilities

• Apply paint using spray painting for rework and internal testing.
• Ensure conformance to the Control Plan and established quality procedures.
• Support the Quality Lab with parts and materials testing.
• Support Metrology with daily SPC checks and destructive testing activities.
• Support Engineering and Quality teams with trials and investigations.
• Improve relationships and build goodwill with customers.
• Validate incoming materials (e.g., paints, resins, adhesives).
• Produce detailed reports using collected testing data.
• Process and analyze data to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a clean and organized laboratory environment.
• Learn and apply customer-specific standards and requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality mindset

Independent work

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

OPmobility SE is seeking a Site Quality Technician to support our automotive manufacturing operations in Chattanooga, TN. The role focuses on painting, quality control, data entry, and collaboration with engineering and quality teams to ensure product integrity and process improvements.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, a quality-oriented mindset, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced lab environment while maintaining safety standards and clean workspace.