Lab Technician

ITW

Elmhurst, New York

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Automotive Engineering, Automotive Repair and Maintenance, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Decentralized Operations/Management, Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA), Detail Oriented, Electricity, Engineering Drawing, Entrepreneurship, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Identify Issues, Laboratory, Laboratory Equipment, Manufacturing, Mechanical Testing, Microsoft Office, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), Organizational Skills, Performance Testing, Problem Solving Skills, Product Support, Product Testing, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Reporting Skills, Safety Compliance, Safety/Work Safety, Schematics, Test Data, Testing, Validation Testing
LOCATION
Elmhurst, New York
POSTED
6 days ago

Job Description:

ITW (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 300 global multi-industrial manufacturing leader with approximately $16 billion in revenue and 43,000 employees worldwide. The company operates through a decentralized and entrepreneurial culture, driving innovation and strong performance across its business segments.

The Safety Division within ITW Automotive delivers precision-engineered solutions to global OEMs and Tier customers, focusing on passive and active safety technologies that enhance quality, reliability, and performance.

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Lab Technician to support product testing and validation activities for our ITW Safety division. This role works closely with the engineering team to perform electrical and mechanical testing, document results, and assist in preparing technical test reports.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on technical aptitude, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform electrical and mechanical testing on automotive components
• Support validation and performance testing
• Collect and document test data
• Prepare test reports
• Troubleshoot equipment issues
• Maintain lab organization
• Ensure safety and quality compliance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical field or equivalent hands-on experience
• Basic knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems
• Ability to read engineering drawings
• Experience with lab equipment
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Automotive development experience (APQP, PPAP, DFMEA)
• GD&T knowledge
• Ability to read schematics
• Experience with project tools

Work Environment

Lab, office, and manufacturing floor settings. Ability to lift materials with or without accommodation. Occasional travel may be required.

Compensation Information:

$24-29 per hour

We offer a comprehensive benefits program that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 


As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

About the Company

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ITW

Since our founding more than 100 years ago, ITW has become one of the world’s leading diversified manufacturers of specialized industrial equipment, consumables, and related service businesses.

ITW businesses serve local customers and markets around the globe, with a significant presence in developed as well as emerging markets. The company has operations in 57 countries that employ more than 50,000 women and men who adhere to the highest ethical standards. These talented individuals, many of whom have specialized engineering or scientific expertise, contribute to our global leadership in innovation. We are proud of our broad portfolio of more than 17,000 granted and pending patents.

 

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Manufacturing - Other
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Paid Sick Days, Prescription Drug Coverage, Professional Development, 401K, Employee Events, Retirement / Pension Plans, Life Insurance, Military Leave
FOUNDED
1912
WEBSITE
http://www.itw.com