Electronic Instruments Tecnician at LaMotte Chemical Products Company – Newark, Delaware

Job Title: Electronic Instruments Technician

Department: Supply Chain

Reports To: Instruments Service Manager

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Main Function:

The primary role of the Technician is to process returned instruments through a refurbishment program. In addition, the Technician handles the supply of returned instruments, diagnoses any issues, records information in databases, and assists in the assembly, calibration, and quality control of new electronic instruments. Job specifics can be taught throughout training, but the candidate must have existing mechanical abilities and knowledge.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Oversees the receipt and inventory process for returned instrument products.

· Performs certification testing on returned instrument products.

· Breaks down returned instrument products.

· Assists in instrument calibration, certification, and updates where needed.

· Provides technical assistance to Technical Service/Software Support and Customer Service on meters.

· Performs maintenance on instruments used in QC.

· Participates in Operational Excellence activities, including but not limited to:

· Operational Excellence training and events such as kaizen or a 5-day event.

· Participates in the 6S program

· DMAICs. Continuously looks for ways to improve both departments and own individual efficiencies and time management, as well as ways to improve any aspect of the Company’s operations and develops and implements DMAICs accordingly.

· Notifies Supervisors/Managers of any production equipment, safety, personnel problems, etc., and cooperate in resolving such issues. For example, request assistance when systems prevent the efficient performance of duties or when a system fails.

· Provides Supervisors/Managers with feedback to determine where additional training would benefit and obtains additional training, as necessary.

· Comply with all Company policies.

· Assist with the start-up and manufacturing processes as a liaison between R&D and Operations, especially for new products.

Requirements/Skills:

· A.A. degree or equivalent experience in electronics and methods to assemble, calibrate and repair electronic instruments and maintain data records.

· Proficiency in data entry.

· Good computer skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office and data entry, and Ability to learn and use the company’s business software.

· Good communication and problem-solving skills.

· Good color perception and adequate manual dexterity.

· Ability to maintain accurate records/data and navigate excel.

· Ability to work according to established laboratory procedures.

· Ability to work independently without requiring day-to-day supervision.

· Ability to maintain and clean and organized workspace.

· Ability to transport 20 pounds.

· Mechanical skills with building/assembling and troubleshooting meters/equipment or familiarity/experience with electronics, computers, or hardware-based products is a plus.

Environmental Factors & Mental/Physical Demands:

Primarily works indoors in a temperature-controlled environment. Requires prolonged sitting at a desk using a computer, standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, stooping, bending, and transporting up to 50 pounds. Walks to and from other departments throughout the company, printers and fax machines, meetings, restrooms, etc. May, on occasion, drive to and attend an off-site meeting or training seminar or pick up items locally for a company-sponsored event.

About Us:

LaMotte Company, a 100+ year-old global industry leader in developing and manufacturing premier water analysis solutions, operating in Newark, DE, Chestertown, MD and Warwick, UK. Our products are used around the world to accurately, quickly, and conveniently test water in a multitude of applications.

LaMotte offers paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays. Full-time employees, who regularly work at least 30 hours per week, are eligible for employer-provided insurance including health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and supplemental insurance. Full-time employees are eligible to contribute to our 401(k) plan with an employer match available.

LaMotte is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, disability, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local laws.