Lab Technician

Position Summary:

This position supports the Engineering and Quality Departments qualification of new or improved products with dimensional inspections and functional testing. Functions:
Performs all dimensional and visual inspection on the new and old products to ensure conformance to specifications and accuracy. Results from inspections determine the approval of new molds and existing mold enhancements. Utilizes measuring instruments such as calipers, drop indicator, depth gage, and optical comparator. Documents results on spreadsheets. Performs statistical analyses and generates reports based on findings to include recommendations.

Supports material review board and quality department with root cause analyses of defective product to assist in our continuous improvement effort. Evaluates and makes improvements to inspection/test procedures as needed and assists in training employees on new test procedures as required. When work in primary classification is not available, may perform other duties according to skill and availability. Performs activities in accordance with the quality plan and applicable quality, manufacturing and safety procedures.

Performs in process audits to visual standards. Performs other duties as assigned.

• Performs all dimensional and visual inspection on the new and old products to ensure conformance to specifications and accuracy.
• Results from inspections determine the approval of new molds and existing mold enhancements.
• Utilizes measuring instruments such as calipers, drop indicator, depth gage, and optical comparator.
• Documents results on spreadsheets.
• Performs statistical analyses and generates reports based on findings to include recommendations.
• Supports material review board and quality department with root‑cause analyses of defective product to assist in continuous improvement.
• Evaluates and makes improvements to inspection/test procedures as needed and assists in training employees on new test procedures as required.
• When work in primary classification is not available, may perform other duties according to skill and availability.
• Performs activities in accordance with the quality plan and applicable quality, manufacturing and safety procedures.
• Performs in‑process audits to visual standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• Basic computer skills including word processing and spreadsheets.
• Basic report writing skills.
• Experience with a variety of measuring equipment.
• An understanding of basic statistics.
• Solid understanding of test equipment.
• Minimum of 2‑5 years of inspection and/or production experience.
• Strong working knowledge of various mathematical concepts including fractions, ratios, and proportions.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret information.

To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at‑will” basis.

The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it does not constitute an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills. All job requirements are subject to modification to accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to health and safety. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and perform other duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with federal and state laws.

Requirements represent minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent performance of essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status. Silgan is a drug‑free workplace.