Product Development Technician

Gates Corporation

Elizabethtown, KYFull-time$7.25/hrSeen 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$7.25/hr

Location

Elizabethtown, KY

Schedule

Full-time

Work Authorization

US work authorization required

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Job overview

Gates Corporation is hiring a Product Development Technician at its Elizabethtown plant. The technician supports prototype and customer-sample production, commercialization trials, testing, and continuous-improvement and quality activities. The role works with engineering and manufacturing teams, maintains lab records, performs analyses, and provides requested data. A high school diploma or GED and at least three years of manufacturing experience are required; a two-year technical degree and Instron testing certification are preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Instron TestingMicrosoft OfficeEnglish FluencyMathematical CalculationsMechanical Testing EquipmentHand ToolsThermocouplesMicroscopesProblem SolvingPlanningTime ManagementOrganizationInterpersonal CommunicationWritten Communication

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDTwo-Year Technical DegreeInstron Testing Certification3+ Years Manufacturing ExperienceLaboratory ExperienceManufacturing or Laboratory ExperienceUS Work Authorization Without Sponsorship

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Match

Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Experience Required

3 - 20 years

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Compensation

$7.25 / hourly

Hours Per Week

Number Of Positions

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

What to Expect

As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward thinking, open-minded and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in our Elizabethtown, KY plant, you will be aProduct Development Technician.

Key Responsibilities

Schedule and follow prototypes and customer samples through production

Manufacture samples on production and developmental equipment per engineering specifications

Support commercialization activities by coordinating schedules, following trials, documenting, summarizing and reporting data from the trials

Work closely with engineers, technicians, and manufacturing operators to support continuous improvement and quality activities in production

Maintains Instron Lab and historical records

Tests materials and products in a laboratory environment consistent with engineering specifications

Perform routine analyses and calculations

Provide data in various formats per engineer's requests

Prioritize tasks to meet goals and deadlines

About You

High school degree is required; 2 yr technical degree is preferred

Instron testing and certification preferred

Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing experience

Experience in laboratory environment strongly preferred

Good interpersonal oral and written skills

Ability to read, write, and communicate fluently in English

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.)

Experience with manufacturing and/or laboratory work

Ability to perform mathematical calculations

Use of mechanical testing equipment, hand tools, thermocouples, and microscopes

Problem solving skills

Good planning, time management, and organizational skills

A preference to hands on work style

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

PAY & BENEFITS

Full-Time

Relocation is not provided

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits beginonthe first day of the month immediately following your date of hire

Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued

401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of r ace, s ex, color, r eligion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, s exual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Gates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.