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Lab Technician - Mechanical / Metallurgical

Job Description

Dexter is the premier manufacturer and supplier of axles, suspension, brakes, doors, venting products, trailer parts, accessories, and towing components serving the commercial trailer, RV, heavy-duty, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing markets has an opportunity for a Lab Technician - Mechanical / Metallurgical at our manufacturing facility located in Elkhart, IN.

Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, Dexter has manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Employing state-of-the-art robotics, precision welding equipment, and automated machining processes, Dexter has achieved many years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service.

For more information about our company, access Dexter's web site at www.dextergroup.com.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Lead Lab Technician is part of the Dexter Engineering team.  This position is responsible for performing product testing through metallurgical, dimensional, and mechanical characterization of materials, components, and systems.

Specific duties include:

• Sets-up and operates test stands and equipment including but not limited to Fatigue Test Machines, Inertia Dynamometer, and Coordinate Measurement Machine
• Conducts microscopic examinations of metals and alloys to determine their structure, porosity, grain size, the presence of decarb, heat affected zone (HAZ) and other characteristics
• Examines metal and alloy samples to detect internal fractures, impurities, and similar defects in metals
• Tests samples in pressure device, environmental chamber, spectrometer, salt spray tester, Rockwell and micro-hardness tester and other apparatus to determine strength, hardness, chemistry, elasticity, toughness, or other properties of metal
• Leads and coordinates equipment repair with third party vendors under the guidance of the Test Lab Manager
• Assist with the development of mechanical tests
• Confers with engineering personnel to resolve fabrication problems relating to specifications and to review test plans
• Acts as a mentor within the engineer organization, providing guidance and encouragement to those less experienced
• Examines parts for conformance with dimensional specifications
• Tests samples of manufactured products to verify conformity to specifications
• Prepares graphs and charts
• Records, analyzes, and interprets test data and prepares technical reports for use by management
• Calibrates laboratory instruments
• Prepares chemical solutions according to standard formulas
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Performs other tasks or duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s Degree in Engineering Technology / Mechanical Engineering or a comparable discipline is required

•  1 Year experience preferred

• Ideal candidates will be experienced with trailer or automotive repair/maintenance and have strong mechanical, electrical, and technical aptitude
•  Microsoft software knowledge is required
• Must be an effective communicator, both verbally and electronically
•  Must be a team player, innovative, self-motivated, and punctual

 

Dexter is driven by our core values committed to Safety, Quality and Integrity:

• Execute with Determination - Be curious, work together, break new ground, find solutions, fulfill our commitments, surpass expectations!
• Connect with People – Empower employees to grow, engage and collaborate; build lasting customer partnerships; care for our communities.
• Do the Right Thing – For our people, for our customers, and for the business. 

We care for our people.  Here are some of our great, comprehensive Benefits:

• Dexter offers a competitive wage
• Full benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HSA
• 3% profit sharing in our Safe Harbor program
• 401(k) Plan with company contributions
• Opportunities for internal career development and growth

Apply now to join an industry leader and make a difference in what we do for the customers we serve!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a background check and drug screen. Dexter Axle Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.