Test Technician

Job Title: Technician Job Description In this role, you will test washers and dryers in the laundry performance and energy laboratories, while developing and applying a strong understanding of washer and dryer performance behavior. You will utilize critical thought to interpret information for performance evaluations. The role requires technical foresight to plan and perform tests with minimal guidance and to communicate results to test requestors. Additionally, you will develop and document any new analysis methods. Responsibilities

- Perform tests without supervision and create reports with test results in the Laboratory Request System.
- Communicate with the supervisor to schedule and prioritize activities.
- Collaborate with other technicians to complete projects and achieve department objectives.
- Provide technical direction and critical thought in problem-solving and offer insights beyond the data in reports.
- Maintain a continuous improvement mindset and implement improvement projects.
- Maintain laboratory equipment and facilities using 5S principles.
- Identify problems, articulate root causes, and document solutions and learnings.
- Document new standard work instructions and improve current instructions.
- Cross-train and assist other personnel as needed.
- Develop and document new test procedures and help write test procedures and reference guidelines.
- Maintain strong communication links with various product teams, supervisors, and related departments.

Essential Skills

- Troubleshooting, electrical, and mechanical skills.
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google applications.
- Strong math skills, including a basic understanding of statistics.
- Ability to operate advanced laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
- Ability to maintain laboratory equipment in good working order and ensure proper calibration.
- Ability to use precision measurement equipment, including scales and stopwatches, to collect test data.
- Ability to move appliances using an appliance cart and move test loads.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to accurately document testing activities and results.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in a Technology, Science, or related field.
- Chemistry or biology laboratory experience.
- Experience with statistical analysis software.
- Household appliance product or testing experience.
- Knowledge of product performance standards, testing procedures, and laboratory processes.
- Ability to conduct multiple test procedures concurrently.
- Experience writing final test reports, including conclusions.
- Experience developing or documenting laboratory test procedures.
- Ability to use a sewing machine.

Work Environment You will work in a laboratory environment with advanced equipment and instrumentation. The role requires maintaining laboratory equipment in good working order and ensuring proper calibration. The work involves moving appliances and test loads. A continuous improvement mindset and adherence to 5S principles are essential. Communication with various product teams and departments is crucial.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Saint Joseph, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Saint Joseph, MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 21, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Saint Joseph,MI. About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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