<p>Your responsibilities</p> <p>Position Summary:</p> <p>The Test Lab Technician performs routine and special product testing to support projects, quality issues, production problems and advanced investigations.</p> <p>Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Configures and sets up, test equipment using MTS software for tests according to the lab schedule. </li><li>Performs product testing in accordance with established procedures. Develops testing parameters and acceptance criteria based on equipment and performance specifications. </li><li>Operates test equipment in a safe manner and per defined procedures. </li><li>Prepares samples for testing when extra steps are needed. </li><li>Installs and removes fixtures in test equipment as needed for specific tests. </li><li>Monitors test progress and documents test data per established procedures. </li><li>Operates a variety of computer automated and manual test equipment including servo hydraulic load frames, environmental chambers and data acquisition systems. </li><li>Tracks testing activities and interprets the test data to ensure the test is performing correctly, notifying test requesters when needed. </li><li>Communicates test issues to test engineer and test requester appropriately when issues cannot be solved without support or escalation </li><li>Insures laboratory is maintained in a neat and clean order at all times. Coordinates and performs lab maintenance in accordance with the lab maintenance schedule, identifies maintenance items based on schedule, ensures lab metering equipment is calibrated and current. </li><li>Participates in troubleshooting and resolution of testing and equipment issues. </li><li>Creates and documents operational procedures for the test labs as required per Bilstein Document Management System (BDMS). Revises and updates lab maintenance and test schedules as required. </li><li>Understands and adjusts machine parameters as required after test audits </li><li>Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned. </li></ul> <p>Company</p> <p>thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America, Inc. is a world class manufacturer of suspension solutions headquartered in Hamilton, Ohio USA. thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America supplies products to a wide range of Original Equipment Automotive Manufacturers as well as Aftermarket and Motorsports customers. Our Aftermarket operations are based out of Poway, CA and our Motorsports operations are based out of Mooresville, NC.</p> <p>For decades, the name BILSTEIN has been synonymous with high tech in suspension design, driving comfort, and safety. In order to expand this position BILSTEIN became a division of thyssenkrupp Technologies AG in 1988, and a wholly owned subsidiary in 2005. This partnership has enabled us to continue the BILSTEIN tradition of excellence.</p> <p>We value diversity</p> <p>thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, including people with disabilities and veterans.</p> <p>Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. For those requiring assistance completing the application or the application process and request information relating to the need for accommodation, please contact reasonableaccommodation@thyssenkrupp.com.</p> <p>Your benefits</p> <p>Bilstein has great benefits to offer!</p> <ul> <li>A state-of-the-art OE manufacturing plant with a strong focus on safety and cleanliness. </li><li>Multiple competitive Health, Dental & Vision Coverage options. </li><li>401K matching program. </li><li>Paid time off + 13 paid holidays. </li><li>Paid volunteer hours. </li><li>Tuition reimbursement program. </li><li>Gym reimbursement. </li><li>Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance. </li><li>Internal growth opportunities. </li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP). </li><li>Discounted BILSTEIN products. </li></ul> <p>Contact</p> <p>We only accept online applications submitted through the 'Apply Now' button on this job posting. You can find all current job openings on our career site at: https://jobs.thyssenkrupp.com/en Thank you for your interest in joining our team!</p> <p>Notices:</p> <p>If you are an applicant with a California residency, please click on the following link: California Job Applicant Notice of Collection</p> <p>thyssenkrupp Notice of Fraudulent Job Offers</p>