Job Information
Kimber Mfg., Inc. Test Laboratory Technician in Troy, Alabama
SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE
The Test Laboratory Technician will perform functional and safety evaluations on new and existing Kimber products to ensure Kimber’s quality policy. This includes but is not limited to operating equipment and perform shooting/loading according to established procedures in a safe and quality manner. Kimber is looking for an individual with experience in data collection and interpretation as well as be able to store, inventory, and retrieve engineering guns and samples.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Attention to detail is paramount. Above all else, candidate must show ability to perform duties accurately and precisely with extreme focus on even the smallest of details.
Trouble shoot various firearm malfunctions.
Perform quality control tests in the lab as well as off-site when necessary.
Assist with testing and calibrating lab equipment in preparation for specific tasks.
Perform quality control tests on ingredients, completed products and product samples.
Prepare samples and data sheets prior to testing.
Follow all company policies and procedures to ensure product integrity and quality control.
Analyze retrieved data and prepare reports for laboratory management.
Recognize and report any gun safety issues.
Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed.
Ability to communicate effectively both written and orally.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Required:
- High School Diploma or GED
Preferred:
One year of experience in manufacturing or related technical field
Vocational/Technical Degree
5S knowledge and experience
Microsoft Office experience especially MS Excel using formulas
Basic understanding of statistics
Experience with completing forms/reports
Highly organized that is neat and precise in their work
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, write, listen, and follow instructions. Must be able to effectively communicate failure mode and root cause conditions for accurate diagnostics.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Basic mathematics to include statistics.
REASONING ABILITIY
Ability to adjust as needed by following standard operating procedures.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Travel will normally be less than 5% (training, equipment development, satellite facility support).
OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES
Attendance is an essential job requirement defined as having regular, consistent, reliable, punctual, and predictable attendance including the ability to work regular hours and shifts, overtime before and after shifts and on weekends. Ability to work as part of a team, including all related departments/plants or independently as required to achieve internal and external customer satisfaction.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
While performing the duties of the job the employee works in a manufacturing environment and may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and use hands to touch, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
WORK AUTHORIZATION
This position requires compliance with ITAR requirement. Must be a “U.S. Person” (per ITAR 120.15) and are required to show proof substantiating this upon being hired.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Activities, duties and/or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice at the sole discretion of the Company.