Test Technician

CompX-Fort; Grayslake (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

CompX Grayslake is seeking a Test Lab Technician in Grayslake, IL to support lab testing and data recording for mechanical and electromechanical components. You will set up test fixtures, run tests, document results, and read technical drawings. Proficiency with test equipment and basic programming concepts is a plus.

The role requires an associate degree or equivalent technical experience, familiarity with quality standards like ISO 9001, and the ability to multitask in a hands-on environment.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or equivalent experience in a technical field is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, Project, Access).
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with ISO 9001/QS 9000 quality standards.
• Ability to analyze manufacturing or product problems and recommend corrective action.
• Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures in the field.

Responsibilities

• Set up test fixtures and perform testing with thorough documentation.
• Troubleshoot electrical circuits and pneumatic systems.
• Program and operate test equipment (PLC, servo drives, vibration table).
• Read blueprints and bill of materials to guide testing and sampling.
• Maintain lab equipment and schedules for ongoing testing.

Skills

Electrical circuits knowledge

Pneumatics knowledge

Blueprints reading

Problem analysis

multitask ability

Office software

ISO 9001/QS 9000 knowledge

Education

Associates Degree or equivalent in technical field

Tools

PLC ladder logic

Servo Drives

Vibration VIEW

Environmental Test Chambers

Thermal Shock (Espec)

Load cells

Data Acquisition

C++

C#

Job description

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Production Services Shared - Fort Full Time Grayslake, IL, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2075

Salary Range: $47,000.00 To $77,000.00 Annually

TEST LAB TECHNICIAN

CompX Grayslake is a leading manufacturer of highly engineered mechanical and electromechanical locking devices, systems for world class original equipment manufacturers and manufacture of precision instruments, throttles, marine products, and accessories.

Position Responsibilities:

• Candidate must have the drive to be hands-on in the lab including test fixture set-up, troubleshooting, and posttest tear down with analysis including detailed documentation.
• Must have knowledge of electrical circuits and test methods of such circuits.
• Must have knowledge in pneumatics including solenoid valve banks and air cylinders.
• Must be able to set-up, run, and program test equipment such as the following:
  • PLC ladder logic
  • Servo Drives
  • Vibration Table running Vibration VIEW software
  • Environmental Test Chambers (Thermotron and Envirotronics)
  • Thermal Shock (Espec)
  • Life cycle / durability testing
  • Material testing (Tension and Compression)
  • Load cells and torque transducers
  • Data Acquisition
• Ability to record detailed testing documentation including test equipment, test set up, test procedures, and test results both visually and written.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and documents such as blueprints, bills of material and production routings.
• Must have strong work ethic to continuously improve self-performance and overall test lab culture and performance.
• Must be able to perform multiple tasks at the same time.
• Ability to schedule and maintain the Test Lab and all its equipment and fixtures.
• Able to create instructions and guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
• A knowledge of programming in the following languages would be a benefit:
  • Object-oriented programming
  • C++
  • C sharp

Minimum Skills, Knowledge and Ability Requirements:

• Associates Degree or equivalent experience in a technical field is preferred.
• Must be proficient in Office Computer Software such as Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, Project, and Access.
• Candidate has experience in a manufacturing environment operating within the scope of a recognized Quality Standard such as ISO 9001 or QS 9000.
• Candidate can analyze manufacturing or product problems and make recommendations for corrective action based on this analysis.
• Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the related field.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift or move up to 35lbs occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Constant exposure to indoor manufacturing environment
• Constant exposure to moderate noise
• Constantly stand and walk throughout the workday
• Frequently reach with hands and arms; use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel material
• Constant use hands/fingers to grasp, pinch, pull, feel, or handle and manipulate parts and tools
• Constant requirement of specific vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to focus