Senior Lab Technician: Testing & Development Specialist

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

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.