Senior Lab Technician

Silgan Dispensing Systems; Grandview (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Dispensing Systems in Grandview, MO is seeking a QA Inspector to perform functional, compatibility and dimensional inspections of components and finished products. You will document findings and support product development samples as needed.

You will work with testing labs and cross-functional teams to ensure quality and conformity to specifications, with responsibilities divided between testing support and new sample development. A strong emphasis on accuracy and teamwork is required.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent with strong communication skills.
• 2–4 years related experience and/or training.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, Windows).
• Proficiency with measurement equipment (balance scale, calipers, micrometers).

Responsibilities

• Set up and monitor compatibility tests with customer products.
• Report test results clearly within a defined format.
• Measure parts or test units according to SOPs.
• Devise new testing methods for partially assembled and complete units.
• Assist product development engineers with testing of new projects (65%).
• Communicate with sales and marketing by telephone, instant message, letter, report or email.
• Maintain files and records.
• Interpret simple blueprints.
• Assist in making product development samples when needed.
• Assist in training new technicians (35%).

Skills

Strong oral and written communication

Education

Associate's degree (A.A.) preferred

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

SUMMARY

Perform functional, compatibility and dimensional inspection of components and finished products; initiated through Field Sales, Customer Service or Product Development. Document and report all observations and results to originator of lab request. As required, assist with making product development samples.

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL

All employees are expected to act in a safe manner at all times and ensure that those around them do not put themselves or others at risk. Everyone is personally accountable for his/her own safety as well as their co-workers’. Safety and health is a shared responsibility of everyone in the organization and a condition of employment. We value and expect engagement out of all employees. Co-workers share the responsibility for doing the right thing for the environment and carrying out the stewardship principles addressed in our Environmental Policy. We will provide the resources necessary to implement this policy, and management will conduct periodic reviews to ensure its ongoing effectiveness. All employees are expected to support commitments and conform to and follow requirements established in the Grandview Plant’s Environmental Policy (ISO 14001) and the Quality Policy (ISO 9001).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up and monitor compatibility tests with customer products.


• Report test results clearly within a defined format.


• Measure parts or test units according to standard operating procedures.


• Devise new methods of testing for partially assembled and complete units.


• Assist product development engineers with testing of new projects. These duties are performed approximately 65% of the time.


• Communicate with sales and marketing by telephone, instant message, letter, report or email.


• Maintain files and records.


• Interpretation of simple blueprints.


• Assist in making product development samples when needed.


• Assist in training new technicians. These duties are performed approximately 35% of the time.


• Other duties may be assigned.

Note: Must follow all work rules and policies

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Associate's degree (A.A.) preferred


• Two (2) to four (4) years related experience and/or training.


• Equivalent combination of education and experience.


• Strong oral and written communication skills.


• Basic computer skills to include working with Microsoft Office and Windows based programs.


• Proficient in the operation or use of the following equipment: balance scale, stereo and video microscope, torque tester, laboratory gauges, calipers and micrometers, viscometer, drill press, arbor press and customized equipment used for testing.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Able to communicate with customers and other stakeholders.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to handle problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and sit, bend, stoop, twist, kneel, squat, or crawl.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.

DEI STATEMENTS

Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status. Silgan is a drug-free workplace.

COMPANY CULTURE

Silgan Dispensing creates dispensing solutions for some of the world’s most iconic brands-from triggers and pumps to sprayers and closures. When you join our team, you become part of a global community where your unique perspectives help shape our future. You'll have the opportunity to be hands-on, get directly involved in meaningful work, and make a tangible impact from day one.