Technician

In accordance with SKF USA recruiting policy, please be advised that to be considered you must:

•         Be in your current position for at least 12 months.
•         Have received a Full Achievement or higher overall performance rating.
•         Notify your current Manager of your application for this position.

Reports to: Laboratory Technician Manager

Location: Plymouth, Mi

Job ID: 22246

Salary Range: $50,000.00 to $59,000.00

Recruiter:

Main purpose of the role:

To support Product Development and Engineering with validation testing of bearings and components in the test laboratory.

Key accountabilities:

·        Perform test setups/teardowns on laboratory test equipment

·        Build test assemblies according to drawings and test specifications

·        Perform measurements on test samples

·        Inspect and document condition of samples after testing

·        Instrument samples with thermocouples, load cells, accelerometers

·        Monitor test and maintain log sheets

·        Assist with identification, handling, and storage of laboratory samples

·        Perform maintenance on test equipment

·        Participate in EHS activities

·        Support building facility activities (shipping/receiving, general maintenance, etc.)

·        Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge and competence requirements:

·        Strong computer skills, Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams

·        Mechanical aptitude

·        People skills

·        Organizational skills ability to multi-task

·        Knowledge of basic hand tools, torque wrenches and measurement tools

·        Knowledge of dial indicators, micrometers, and basis metrology measurements

·        Basic knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems

·        Basic machine shop skills, lathe, bandsaw, grinders

·        Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings

·        Ability to work on feet for long periods and lift to 40 lbs.

·        Ability to bend, kneel and work in tight spaces

·        Ability to work in an environment with oils, occasional oil fumes and high and low frequency noise levels

Education requirements:

·        High School Diploma

·        Technical trade school training or associate degree at a university level is preferred

Work experience:

·        Minimum of two years of experience in a testing laboratory or related technical field

·        Knowledge of calibration and instrumentation a plus

Please note internal candidates will receive a confirmation that they have successfully applied for position.

If you do not receive this confirmation, please verify with the recruiter, (indicated at the top), that your application was indeed received.

This Position is NOT open for International Recruitment.