Test Lab Technician

Midcon Cables Company; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Midcon Cables Company in Joplin, MO is seeking a Test Lab Technician to perform electrical testing of wire harnesses, cable assemblies, components and materials. You will set up test equipment, follow approved procedures, record results, and support failure investigations.

The role collaborates with Engineering, Quality and Production to ensure products meet customer specifications and Midcon quality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Set up and perform tests according to customer specifications and approved procedures.
• Conduct electrical tests such as continuity, resistance, insulation, and dielectric withstand.
• Operate DIT-MCO automated test equipment and review results for failures.
• Record test conditions and results accurately in required systems.
• Maintain clean and safe test area and assist with troubleshooting and process improvements.

Tools

DIT-MCO equipment

Job description

Position Summary

The Test Lab Technician performs electrical testing of wire harnesses, cable assemblies, components, and materials. This position sets up test equipment, follows approved procedures, records results, and helps investigate failures. The technician works with Engineering, Quality, and Production to ensure products meet customer specifications and Midcon’s quality requirements.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Set up and perform tests according to customer specifications, drawings, work instructions, and approved test procedures.


• Conduct applicable tests such as continuity, resistance, insulation resistance, dielectric withstand, pull force, and other electrical or mechanical tests.


• Operate DIT-MCO automated test equipment and approved test programs to test wire harnesses and cable assemblies; review results and investigate test failures.


• Inspect test setups and verify that equipment and fixtures are suitable for the work.


• Accurately record test conditions, measurements, results, and any deviations in required records or systems.


• Identify failed or unusual results, contain affected product as directed, and communicate findings to the appropriate team.


• Assist Engineering and Quality with troubleshooting, failure analysis, prototype evaluations, and process improvements.


• Build or maintain test fixtures and cables within the scope of the position.


• Monitor equipment calibration status and report equipment that is damaged, overdue for calibration, or operating improperly.


• Handle customer products and technical information in accordance with applicable quality, safety, and security requirements.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe test area.


• Perform other related duties as assigned.