Production Test Technician

Job Title: Manufacturing (Production) Test Technician 

Location: Allentown PA 

Shift/Hours: 1st Shift [6:50 am – 2:50 pm] – Shifts may vary after completion of training

Salary: $23.00 per hour

Sumitomo Cryogenics of America, Inc. (Allentown) is currently seeking a Manufacturing (Production) Test Technician who will work within the production environment, utilizing their hands-on skills, experience and learned knowledge of our products to ensure manufactured products are produced in accordance with customer and company standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Testing products using automated and manual valves.
• Ability to use digital and analog measuring tools including multimeters, pressure gauges, torque wrenches, Power, and hand tools.
• Filling liquid nitrogen dewars when needed.
• Uploading firmware via USB and control cables to product
• Working with Helium pressurized product
• Performing Helium leak checks on products produced
• Data entry for recording information on voltages, pressures, flow rates, water temperatures and oil temperatures
• Communicating closely with production team as well as working with other departments.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

• Minimum of a high school diploma/GED and a two-year technical degree; or a combination of education and experience.
• Minimum two (2) years of hands-on demonstrated experience testing, repairing and maintaining equipment is required. Any experience with electro-mechanical equipment is a plus.
• Previous experience with HVAC equipment is ideal.
• Knowledge of and experience with process and gas purification systems is a plus.
• Experience with computers and Microsoft office.

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

• Hands-on skills with diagnostics software to upload firmware via USB connection.
• Hands-on skills in use of hardware, tools, and measurement techniques.
• Proficient in the use of mechanical tools and service test equipment; a strong mechanical and electrical aptitude is required.
• Ability to independently troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues and escalate for problem-solving.
• Understanding of electrical safety testing required.
• Quality mind set.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.
• Strong Ability to work as a team and independently.
• A strong work ethic

Communication skills are Critical as this position works with other departments of the company. 

Competencies

• Accountability & Dependability 

Can be depended upon to be available when required, works independently with little or no supervision, and completes tasks on time. Takes personal responsibility for the timeliness of work and achieves results with little to no oversight.

• Teamwork

Demonstrates a willingness and ability to cooperate and work with others to achieve shared goals.

• Job Knowledge

Technical skills and knowledge, analytical abilities and problem-solving skills required for the role. Stays up to date with current and emerging issues in their field. Understands how their role interrelates with and impacts other roles and the organization.

• Productivity

Efficiently produces an appropriate volume of work in a specified period. Manages workload, works efficiently, meets goals and objectives.

• Initiative

Identifies and acts on problems (takes action), seeks out new assignments, and assumes additional duties when required.