Primary Responsibilities:

• Sets up, programs, and runs test lab equipment
• Designs tests to ensure customer specifications are met
• Trains employees to perform tests and ensures compliance to retraining schedule
• Provides feedback to Program Engineering, R& D Engineering, and Advanced Engineering on tests requested
• Performs failure analysis on tests that do not pass test specifications
• Troubleshoots lab equipment failures and helps to resolve issues quickly
• Prepares test reports for external and internal customers
• Provides feedback on test results to external customers and is available to attend customer meetings
• Works with Lab Technicians with a goal of minimizing LTR's past due
• Ensures the accuracy and consistency of data results through thorough documentation processes
• Must operate in a manner that reinforces, supports, and is consistent with the Cooper Standard Leadership Model
• Ensures 6S, housekeeping, and health & safety standards are maintained
• Contracting, scheduling, and supervising tests with sub-contracting facilities
• May, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description

Education and Qualifications:

• Four Year College or University Degree or equivalent
• Two to four years of relevant work experience
• Fabrication, blueprint reading skills, and equipment knowledge preferred
• Knowledge of statistics
• Strong mechanical aptitude, as well as technical and analytical problem-solving skills
• Skills or working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems
• Good interpersonal skills to work effectively with others in a team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Recognizes and solves typical problems that can occur in own work area without supervisory approval; evaluates and selects solutions from established alternatives
• Impacts own team through the quality of the services or information provided; follows standardized procedures and practices and receives regular but moderate supervision and guidance
• Exchanges information and seeks understanding
• Willingness and ability to travel, as necessary

Work Environment/Work Conditions:

• Professional Office Environment
• Must wear proper personal protection equipment while on manufacturing floor
• Travel to manufacturing facilities or customer locations when required
• Equipment used requires proper training on the potential for and avoidance of injury

Cooper Standard is proud of its diverse workforce and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, age, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are dedicated to creating an environment at work that not only values diversity but also encourages inclusion and a sense of belonging. We firmly believe that a diverse workplace fosters an environment where our employees can flourish and provide superior service to our customers.

Because we recognize and value the range of ways in which people acquire experiences, whether via personal, professional, education, or volunteerism, we invite interested applicants to evaluate the key duties and requirements and apply for any opportunities that fit your experience and qualifications.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as certain state and/or local laws. If you believe you require such assistance to complete our online application or to participate in an interview, you (or someone on your behalf) may request assistance by emailing recruitment@cooperstandard.com with a description of the accommodation you seek. Application materials submitted to this email address will not be considered.