R&D Lab Technician I - 3rd Shift - Simpsonville

KCC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an R&D Lab Technician to join their innovative team. This role involves collaborating with engineers and designers to develop cutting-edge HVAC solutions. You will gain hands-on experience in product design and testing while ensuring manufacturing efficiency and safety. The position offers a dynamic work environment where problem-solving and teamwork are essential. If you have a passion for HVAC technology and a strong mechanical aptitude, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and employee-owned company.

Benefits

9 Paid Holidays

Quarterly bonuses

401K Company Match

Monthly Accrued Vacation

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in HVAC/R or similar field required.
• Full understanding of LabSys and RTS software needed within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Setup and takedown for test units in psychrometric chambers.
• Conduct and troubleshoot testing sequences.

Skills

HVAC/R experience

LabSys software

RTS software

Mechanical aptitude

Analytical problem-solving

Use of hand tools

Understanding of Psychrometric equipment

Teamwork

Knowledge of vapor compressor cycle

Education

1-2 years related experience

Tools

Multimeters

Gages

Hand operated power equipment

Job description

Position: R&D Lab Technician I - 3rd Shift - Simpsonville

Location: Louisville, KY

Job Id: 1764

# of Openings: 1

R&D Lab Technician I - 3rd Shift - Simpsonville Location

KCC Companies is an employee-owned (ESOP) company dedicated to providing complete design, manufacturing, installation, and service for commercial & residential Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC).

Our Mission:

KCC enhances the lives of our customers, partners, employee-owners, and communities by providing innovative HVAC solutions.

Shifts: $1.50 Shift Differential

6:30pm-5:30am M-Th

• 9 Paid Holidays
• Quarterly bonuses
• Quarterly rate increase
• 401K Company Match
• Monthly Accrued Vacation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Summary:
As an R&D laboratory technician, you will be working collaboratively and independently with other designers, engineers and assembly technicians who are responsible for the design, support and manufacturing of HVAC equipment. You will learn how to take a product from concept to customer with a focus on product design, product development testing, manufacturing efficiency, engineering data and manufacturing requirements.

Essential Functions:

• Execute setup and takedown for test units, pilots, sleds and component testing in our psychrometric chambers and test stands.
• Oversee, conduct, monitor and troubleshoot testing sequences.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Follow good engineering practices and develop practical solutions.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.
• Follow established safety policies including, but not limited to, mobile equipment, PPE, emergency response, HAZCOM, first-aid response, etc.

Qualifications/Skills:
Require:

• 1-2 years of related experience in the HVAC/R industry or similar field.
• Full understanding of LabSys and RTS softwares required, must be acquired within 6-month period.
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Strong decision making, organizational and analytical problem-solving skills with the ability to overcome unforeseen obstacles.
• Capable of using common hand tools, Gages, multimeters and hand operated power equipment.
• General understanding of Psychrometric equipment and tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• General understanding of the vapor compressor cycle and various refrigeration components.

Safety/Physical requirements:

• This position requires the incumbent’s presence onsite in the plant/in the office for a minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Incumbent must be able to access manufacturing and assembly areas on the shop floor in order to inspect units, investigate problems and/or potential solutions to problems, and to prove out potential solutions to problems.
• Capable of lifting/moving parts weighing 50 lbs. or less.
• Must pass background check and drug test.
• Requires bending, stooping and standing.
• Must be able to stand from six (6) to eight (8) hours per day. (Overtime may extend the time period.)
• Good visual and spatial perception.

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required by the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change over time with or without warning.

KCC COMPANIES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Terra Beaver – Talent Specialist – [e-mail] – 502.493.5848
Laura Zoghbi – Recruiting Coordinator – [e-mail] – 502.493.5859