Test Lab Tech

Carver Pump Company; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Carver Pump Company is seeking a versatile technician to test, calibrate, operate, and repair pumps in line with mil-spec requirements and customer specifications.

The role involves planning calibration, operating test equipment, recording data, analyzing results, and maintaining test apparatus. ISO 9001 knowledge, safety compliance, and the ability to work second shift after a training period are essential.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent from a two year college or technical school, or six months to one year related experience and/or training.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute instrument calibration and pump testing following blueprints, technical manuals, and other specifications.
• Set up and operate test equipment to evaluate pump performance and reliability.
• Conduct performance, vibration, balance, and noise level tests as required by specification, and accurately record data.
• Analyze test data using mathematical formulas, and reports results.
• Disassemble and reassemble pumps using hand tools and inspect equipment for defects and required modifications.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance of test apparatus and related equipment.
• Facilitate witness testing sessions, ensuring transparency and adherence to quality standards.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Proficient with inspection, measuring, and test equipment.
• Experience safely handling and operating low-voltage 480VAC electrical equipment, emphasizing adherence to safety protocols.
• Knowledge of test procedures and standards relevant to pump testing.
• Understanding of ISO 9001 quality management procedures.
• Effective communication of technical information.
• A strong foundation in algebra and statistics.
• Proficient personal computer skills including email and Microsoft Office suite.
• Certified to drive a forklift, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Blueprints reading

Data analysis

Algebra and statistics

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Forklift operation

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

6 months to 1 year related experience or training

Job description

Test, calibrate, operate, and repair pumps in accordance with mil-spec requirements and customer requests.

FLSA Status: $28.48-34.71/hr

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan and execute instrument calibration and pump testing following blueprints, technical manuals, and other specifications.
• Set up and operate test equipment to evaluate pump performance and reliability.
• Conduct performance, vibration, balance, and noise level tests as required by specification, and accurately record data.
• Analyze test data using mathematical formulas, and reports results.
• Disassemble and reassemble pumps using hand tools and inspect equipment for defects and required modifications.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance of test apparatus and related equipment.
• Facilitate witness testing sessions, ensuring transparency and adherence to quality standards.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Proficient with inspection, measuring, and test equipment.
• Experience safely handling and operating low-voltage 480VAC electrical equipment, emphasizing adherence to safety protocols.
• Knowledge of test procedures and standards relevant to pump testing.
• Understanding of ISO 9001 quality management procedures.
• Effective communication of technical information.
• A strong foundation in algebra and statistics.
• Proficient personal computer skills including email and Microsoft Office suite.
• Certified to drive a forklift, with a focus on safety and efficiency.
• Must be available to work second shift following a training period.

Education/Work Experience:

Associates Degree or equivalent from a two year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Relationships:

Reports to Final Processes Manager

This position has no direct reports

This position will work closely with all departments.

Physical/Environmental Conditions:

Physical Abilities:

Moderate physical activity performing somewhat strenuous daily activities of a primarily technical nature.

• Position requires the individual to be on their feet standing, walking and carrying items 2/3 of the time.
• Must be able to occasionally lift or move up to 50lbs.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items, work with fingers, and perceive attributes of objects and materials.

Successful completion of a post-offer/pre-employment drug screen, physical and criminal background check required.

Carver Pump Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer

In All Positions: Carver Pump follows the principles of Lean Manufacturing, which has transformed the company into an ever improving and exciting place to work. If you are goal oriented, desire a rewarding career and want to work for a challenging company,

Pre-employment/post-offer criminal background check and physical including drug screen required