Engineering Lab Technician

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

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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 Columbia, MO office, you will be Engineering Lab Technician.

Key responsibilities (to name a few):

• Executing lab orders to follow specific material formulation & testing directions in the Material Development Laboratory with attention to priority and due dates.
• Working knowledge of equipment, chemicals and products for productivity and safety.
• Providing accurate and repeatable data, understanding this is critical to timely development.
• Managing priorities for the variety and complexity of assignments, including multitasking as required.
• Assisting with experimental trials in the manufacturing environment.
• Participate in and influence decision making by gathering, organizing, and presenting information/data.
• Typically, the Engineering Technician is cross trained in all the major lab material development methods/tests in the laboratory, including Mill Area, Textiles Area, Cut and Cure, Aging, Dynamic Testing, Rheology, Adhesion Testing, Instron Testing

ABOUT YOU

Communication skills, both written and verbal are keys to success in this position. Clear and concise, plus focus on data to communicate and drive good decision making are important to any business, and essential in R&D.

• Experience with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel) is very helpful,
• Good planning and time management skills.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Post-secondary school education is preferred (especially laboratory classes)
• Prior experience in laboratory environment.
• Prior experience in manufacturing environment.

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

PAY & BENEFITS

• Full-Time
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
• Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays
• 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
• Tuition Reimbursement

WHY GATES?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

While we expect the best, we also want to give you the best. That's why at Gates we provide an environment where people can succeed from our policy of 'Dress for your Day' (yes - that means you can wear jeans), health club reimbursement, to your ownership of your work/life balance and more. Visit www.gates.com/careers to learn more.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

At Gates, we believe that we are better together. Proximity has been important to our success over the years as there are critical items that are simply better when done together. One of those critical items is efficient collaboration. We cannot underestimate the power of informal conversations and connecting face-to-face with our coworkers.

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 40 pounds. Must pass a full-face respirator fit test. This is due to rare occasions requiring a full-face respirator to weigh up certain chemicals.

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 race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

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