Engineering Quality Lab Technician - Manufacturing
Company: Dexter Axle
Location: Elkhart
Posted on: June 18, 2022
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Job Description:
Immediately Hiring
We currently have an open opportunity for a Manufacturing
Engineering Lab Technician in our Elkhart, IN facility.
Dexter is the premier supplier and manufacturer of axles, doors,
venting products, and related components. We proudly manufacture
axles for the utility trailer, boat trailer, recreational vehicle,
heavy duty, and manufactured housing markets. Our customers choose
the Dexter brand for our commitment to high quality and on-time
products. We currently employ over 2,800 people throughout 18
manufacturing facilities across the United States and Canada.
Position Summary: The Lab Technician performs product testing
through metallurgical, dimensional, and mechanical characterization
of materials, components, and systems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Sets-up and operates test stands and equipment including but not
limited to Fatigue Test Machines, Inertia Dynamometer, and
Coordinate Measurement Machine.
Conducts microscopic examinations of metals and alloys to determine
their structure, porosity, grain size, the presence of decarb, heat
affected zone (HAZ) and other characteristics.
Examines metal and alloy samples with magnetic-flux equipment to
detect internal fractures, impurities, and similar defects in
metals.
Tests samples in pressure device, hot-acid baths, environmental
chamber, spectrometer, salt spray tester, Rockwell and
micro-hardness tester and other apparatus to determine strength,
hardness, chemistry, elasticity, toughness, or other properties of
metal.
Confers with engineering personnel to resolve fabrication problems
relating to specifications and to review test plans.
Examines parts for conformance with dimensional specifications.
Tests samples of manufactured products to verify conformity to
specifications.
Records test results on standardized forms and writes test reports
describing procedures used.
Prepares graphs and charts.
Calibrates laboratory instruments.
Prepares chemical solutions according to standard formulas.
Performs other tasks or duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Ideal candidates will be experienced with trailer or automotive
repair/maintenance and have strong mechanical and technical
aptitude. Microsoft Word and Excel required. Metallography
experience a plus. Must be a team player, innovative,
self-motivated, and punctual. Minimum of High School Diploma
required.
Why You'll Love Working for Us (Our Benefits)
Dexter offers a competitive salary along with comprehensive
benefits. Our benefits package includes:
--- Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
--- Short & Long-Term Disability
--- Flexible Spending Account
--- Health Savings Account
--- 401(k) plan with company contributions
Text "DEXTER" to "25000" to Apply!
Dexter is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do
not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national
origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran
status, or disability status.
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