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Star Holdings Group - a Division of The Middleby Corporation

Engineering Test Lab Technician

Star Holdings Group - a Division of The Middleby Corporation, Smithville, Tennessee, United States, 37166

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Description The Engineering Test/Model Shop Technician will, under limited supervision and general guidelines, set up and monitor a variety of mechanical and electrical testing on commercial cooking equipment and assist in prototype builds. The technician will also be responsible for collecting and summarizing data into reports.

Summary of Job Responsibilities

Interface with engineers to develop and understand testing protocols

Maintain all laboratory equipment and ensure that the lab is stocked with the necessary equipment and supplies

Perform rework, testing and troubleshooting of production units.

Set up and assist testing for third party approval agencies (UL, NSF, ETL)

Work with engineers to ensure the proper procedures and equipment are in place to effectively test the product

Ensure test equipment is calibrated and in good working order

Effectively communicate testing results in a written report format

Build prototype units with direction from an engineer.

Prepares machines for test and evaluation from instructions, sketches, prints, and / or test requests.

Analyzes machine performance, Diagnoses, and repairs anomalies.

Perform assigned housekeeping chores and lab maintenance.

Builds, maintains, and acquires data from life test fixtures.

Maintains safe operation of the test room facilities.

Identifies necessary parts, materials, and supplies and initiates replenishment.

Perform other related tasks as assigned

Maintain all test data and records

Requirements

A two-year degree in a related discipline with greater than two years directly applicable experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Solid mechanical background using hand tools, electrical knowledge a plus

Fundamental understanding of Engineering principles

Self-starter and hands-on approach

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to perform mathematical calculations

Ability to operate various types of standard and special test equipment, such as temperature data acquisition and multi-meters

Ability to read and understand drawings, schematics and procedures

Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously and work with engineering and management to prioritize activities

Desire to learn and gain familiarity with equipment and testing procedures

Basic mechanical fabrication knowledge

Basic electrical knowledge and gas testing experience a plus

Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Machinery Manufacturing

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