Production Lab Technician Job Lafayette area,Indiana USA,Manufacturing / Production

Industry Manufacturing, Technology
Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
Manage Others No

Department Summary

The production department is responsible for transforming raw materials into finished goods. This department manages the entire production process, from planning and scheduling to execution and quality control. Key objectives include cost minimization, efficient resource utilization, meeting deadlines, and ensuring product quality.

Position Summary

The Production Laboratory Technician performs testing, troubleshooting, calibration, verification, and validation of newly manufactured electronic products and subassemblies to ensure compliance with Radian Research's quality and performance standards. This position utilizes specialized electronic test and calibration equipment to diagnose circuit and component issues, perform incoming PCB inspections, validate product functionality, and document test results accurately. The technician also maintains and improves laboratory test equipment, analyzes product failures and repair trends, and collaborates with Engineering and Production to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Success in this role requires strong technical aptitude, attention to detail, effective problem‑solving skills, and a commitment to producing accurate, reliable products that exceed customer expectations while supporting Radian's core values of customer focus, continuous improvement, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

Perform unit troubleshooting, circuit testing, troubleshooting, and calibrations for newly built units using general and specialized electronic test and calibration equipment.

Perform incoming testing on Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs).

Maintain, repair, develop and refine test equipment.

Perform product verification and validation testing.

Follow standard inspection, test, troubleshooting, calibration and measurement processes.

Complete and maintain associated records of inspections, tests, repairs, and calibrations in both paper and electronic form.

Monitor and analyze customer repairs to identify common failure mechanisms and communicate to management and the Engineering department.

Other duties assigned by Supervision or Management.

Requirements Education

Minimum

Required:

Technical Certificate or Associates Degree in Electrical / Electronics Technology or equivalent military ‘electronics technician’ training. A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience is preferred.

Experience

1-2 years in manufacturing operations

1+ years in electro‑mechanical troubleshooting

1+ years in electronic test equipment usage

Knowledge of

Electricity/Electronics applications

PCB manufacturing and failure analysis down to component level

Awareness of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) damage prevention in electronics

Problem solving techniques and Root Cause Analysis

Troubleshooting of electro‑mechanical devices

General metrology, measurement systems, and calibration systems

Uncertainty components, management, determination, and reporting

Software and software applications

Computer usage and common word processing and spreadsheet programs

Safety in job performance

Skilled at

Soldering (surface mount and through hole)

Electro‑mechanical assembly operations

ESD awareness and damage prevention

Reading and interpreting schematics

Use of electronic test equipment – VOM, signal generator, etc.

Use of specialized electronic calibration equipment – calibration systems and environmental chambers, oscilloscopes, etc.

Use of troubleshooting tools and techniques

Technical mathematics

Common computer software for word processing and spreadsheet operations

Desirable Qualifications

Flexibility in work requirements, routines, and schedules

Positive interpersonal skills

Summary

401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Basic manufacturing shop environment with moderate temperature and humidity control and laboratory environment with temperature, humidity, dust and noise control. Hazardous Voltages Present.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

Please be advised U.S. Citizen / U.S. Resident is a requirement of the position. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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