Automotive Lab Technician - Global Technology Associates

Automotive Lab Technician 
Job ID: 24-00107
Location: Warren, MI 48093
Pay Rate: $26-$28/hour
Schedule: 2nd and 3rd shift options available (Available schedules 3pm-11:30pm or 11pm-7:30am)
Additional Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k), company-paid holidays, and more!
Type of hire: Contract, long-term with ongoing potential.

Position Summary :

The main function of this position is to modify, test and repair machinery and equipment under direction of engineering staff or physical scientists. A mechanical technician helps engineers design, test, and manufacture consumer products and other equipment.

Position Responsibilities :

• Perform all required tasks in relation to equipment setup, operation, cleaning, testing, and process checks to ensure reliable and consistent functionality.
• Work consistently in controlled, "clean room” environment while wearing required protective equipment.
• Utilize Job Instruction Training process to grow combined skill set of work group.
• Mix chemicals (liquids, powders, gases) to a specified recipe.
• Perform scheduled equipment maintenance and required cleaning.
• Observe equipment functionality and troubleshoot issues when needed.
• Maintain records on work performed, analyze data collected, and report results.
• Recommend revisions to lab process.
• Document best practices in battery cell manufacturing processes through standardized work instructions
• Use data collection to make well informed process improvements through corrective action.
• Identify and eliminate operational waste through use of Lean manufacturing tools.
• Execute problem solving techniques to improve efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Maintain good housekeeping, safety practices, and supplies.
• Coordinate and exchange findings with engineering personnel outside work group
• Properly dispose of material waste

Skills / Requirements :

• Two-year associate degree in mechanical, chemical, electrical field or equivalent experience
• 2+ years previous working experience in a lab environment
• Thorough knowledge of complex mechanical, chemical, and/or electrical concepts
• Working knowledge of computer applications used in lab/manufacturing environments.
• Ability to accurately interpret engineering instructions.
• Oral and written communication skills
• Analytical ability where problems are somewhat complex.
• Interpersonal skills to work effectively with others and assigned leaders in an inclusive, team environment.
• Previous working experience in a chemical laboratory
• Knowledge of vehicle battery systems and safe work practices
• Knowledge of test equipment, measuring, and recording devices
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical diagnostics and repair
• Machining and/or welding experience
• Implementation and use of Lean manufacturing tools and processes

GTA Questions :

1. What pay rate are you looking for? (Please provide a pay range or figure vs. "negotiable”)
2. Are you currently working? If not, please provide your last date of employment.
3. Why are you looking to leave (or why did you leave) your most recent employer?
4. Have you previously worked for GM as a contract or direct employee? If so, please include your dates of employment and reason for leaving.
5. Starting from High School/GED, please provide what education you have completed. (Make sure to include your major, year graduated, and school attended if it's not listed on your resume)
6. Do you require a work visa sponsorship? If you currently have sponsorship, other than a TN visa, please state the type of sponsorship and when it will expire.
7. Please be aware that to be submitted to a contract position with General Motors we will need to obtain additional personal/sensitive information. A recruiter will contact you by phone or e-mail to verify this information. Please provide a good phone number and the best time of day to reach you.

 
Please be aware that in order to be submitted to this position with GM we will need to confirm additional personal/sensitive information. A recruiter will contact you by phone or e-mail to verify this information.
 
Please note that if you are a current GTA employee or have been placed by GTA at one of our clients, we will not be able to entertain moving you. However, we are hopeful that you may know someone else who is qualified and as such you would still be eligible for our generous referral bonus program detailed below.

REFERRAL BONUS PROGRAM:
If you are able to refer a person we do hire, we can offer up to $250 for contractors after they are on the job for 90 days and up to $500 for direct hires after they are on the job between 90 days to 180 days, depending on customer payment terms.