Position Summary:

Performs a variety of technician level duties in the test laboratory including but not limited to setting up and running tests, reporting test results, and troubleshooting testing problems.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Leads and mentors a small group of Lab Technicians in a Functional Test Area team in coordinating and tracking test & equipment scheduling within this area
• Conducts tests, maintains records of work performed, analyzes data collected, summarizes and reports results
• Works autonomously within established laboratory procedures and practices
• Performs mechanical testing on a variety of product types or components involving programming and running test lab equipment while following written procedures, methods, and/or instructions
• Develops and coordinates in building lab test fixtures
• Assists in preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs of lab test equipment
• Assists in training of new lab employees and Lab Technicians with new test procedures, setups, etc.
• Helps draft internal laboratory Standardized Work Instructions as well as Data and Report Templates to assist Lab Management & Test Engineering
• Assists in ensuring the availability of adequate supplies and equipment
• Frequent interface with other personnel outside of the lab department (Engineering, Quality, etc.)
• Provides support in Quality Audits, Customer Complaints, and Failure Analysis
• Must operate in a manner that reinforces, supports, and is consistent with the Cooper Standard
• Leadership Model
• Expertise in ensuring good plant 6S standards are followed.
• Ensures housekeeping and health and safety standards are maintained
• May, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description

Education and Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Two Year College Degree or applicable Technical Training and Certification is preferred
• Eight plus years of relevant work experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude, as well as technical and analytical problem-solving skills
• Skills or working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems
• Good interpersonal skills to work effectively with others in a team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of most standard control systems utilized in Laboratory and Material Testing Equipment
• Ability to lift up to thirty pounds on a regular basis
• Understanding of Material Failure modes, Gage R&R, and Capability Studies a plus
• Previous experience leading others preferred
• Willingness and ability to travel, as necessary

Work Environment/Work Conditions:

• Professional Office Environment
• Must wear proper personal protection equipment while on manufacturing floor
• Travel to manufacturing facilities or customer locations when required
• Equipment used requires proper training on the potential for and avoidance of injury