Test Lab Technician - Flexible Hours & Precise Measurements

Global Steering Systems Holdin; Watertown (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Steering Systems Holdin conducts structured lab testing to ensure conformance with engineering specs. The role manages daily test schedules, sets up mechanical tests, prepares samples, and gathers hardware in accordance with procedures.

Candidates interpret results, document data, and communicate findings to requestors and the engineering team while adhering to safety and laboratory procedures. Flexibility for overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience reading blueprints and technical drawings.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
• Experience using measurement tools (micrometers, calipers).

Responsibilities

• Manage and prioritize daily test schedule independently.
• Set up and execute established mechanical tests per specifications.
• Prepare test samples and gather required hardware per procedures.
• Perform measurements with calibrated tools.
• Interpret results and compare against engineering requirements.
• Document test data and results per procedures.
• Follow lockout-tagout and safety protocols.
• Report test results clearly to requestors and engineering.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Problem solving

Clear communication

Mechanical aptitude

Reading blueprints

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Calipers

Gaging tools

Job description

Global Steering Systems Holdin conducts structured lab testing to ensure conformance with engineering specs. The role manages daily test schedules, sets up mechanical tests, prepares samples, and gathers hardware in accordance with procedures.

Candidates interpret results, document data, and communicate findings to requestors and the engineering team while adhering to safety and laboratory procedures. Flexibility for overtime may be required.