Inventory - Tool Room Technician

Inventory-Tool Room Technician - Dearborn, Michigan

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Link Engineering Company (LINK) is a premier designer and manufacturer of precision test equipment, we specialize in developing customized solutions for Automotive, Aviation, Off-Highway, Rail and Civil Engineering industries. We are headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, and maintain testing laboratories, manufacturing, and support facilities around the globe.

Established in 1935, we have been a family-owned company for generations, we treat our customers and employees as if they are part of our family. We set our employees up for success, as they are given constant opportunities to learn and develop new skills. As many of our team members have been with LINK for a generation or more, the LINK team is equipped with a wealth of knowledge, providing decades of hands-on experience and out-of-the box thinking to OEM's and suppliers everywhere.

We are looking for a talented mechanical Tool Room Technician who will be responsible for for supporting the Testing Laboratory by processing inventory, supporting manufacturing operations and maintenance required to ensure project success.

Main Responsibilities:

• Maintain daily consumables stock on hand and in inventory system

• Store incoming purchased and special Customer owned hardware for testing

• Maintain stock parts as needed to support current and future customer requests

• Notify purchasing and supervisors of urgently needed parts not yet available to inventory

• Support co-workers with needed consumables

• Paint and detail testing fixtures after fabricated by machine shop

• Maintain spray booth equipment by keeping clean and organized, changing air filters as needed

• Research vehicle platforms and help sales and engineering in ordering parts for fixture build and testing

• Research parts for specific platforms and order parts for fixture builds

• Monitor waste oil & batteries for scrap, initiate pick-ups, and deliveries of new drums

• Initiate purchase request forms to order parts needed within the laboratory

• Perform laboratory housekeeping to maintain areas in good condition

• Ensure work is performed in a safe manner using all available safety equipment

• All other related duties as assigned

• Possess mental faculties consistent with performing the minimum requirements of the job

• Adhere and perform all duties aligned with the core values of the LINK Group organization, Can-Do Attitude, Courage, Commitment, Humility and Accountability

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Excellent communication skills

• Proficient in basic computer skills

• Proficient in basic Microsoft Excel functions

• Proven knowledge of ERP system

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Forklift experience preferred

• Have hand tools & toolbox (preferred)

• Mechanical knowledge to fit and function test parts on fixtures

• Ability to use a computer

Physical Requirements:

• This position is located in a testing environment and will involve hands-on work. Physical activity will include lifting (up to 50 lbs.), bending, stooping, crouching, reaching, hand-eye coordination, and manual dexterity or standing for long periods of time.

• Ability to speak verbally, and read in English

• Ability to see with corrective lenses

• Ability to hear

• Ability to walk

• Ability to travel up to 10% domestically

Hazards:

• Normal hazards related to working in an office environment, manufacturing, and testing environment

• Normal hazards related to road and air travel

LINK is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

LINK is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employees to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States.

Accessibility for Applicants with Disabilities: If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability please call 1-734-453-0800. Please provide your contact information and details about the posted position of interest. Only inquiries regarding assistance for those who need accommodation with the online application process due to a disability will be returned.

Note to all Agencies / Direct Placement: LINK has a team of dedicated recruiters who are responsible for all hiring needs. Our practice is to partner and work with our approved vendors only and on an as-needed basis. LINK has identified and finalized our list of preferred vendors and the review process has been closed. We do not accept resumes from recruiting agencies that are not a preferred vendor, have not been authorized or approved by Corporate Recruiting to partner on a position and have not signed LINK's vendor agreement. Any resumes submitted from unapproved vendors will be considered unsolicited, and LINK will not be obligated to pay a referral fee.