Cablevey Careers

Position Title: R&D Laboratory Technician
Department: Engineering & Quality
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Non-Exempt

Position Overview

This position reports immediately to the Research & Development Manager. The R&D Laboratory Technician performs essential functions relating to the management, maintenance, upkeep, organization, cleaning, and testing within the Cablevey Research and Development Laboratory.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Lab organization, management, and tool crib administration
• Maintenance and cleaning of R&D Laboratory
• Assist with prototyping (3D printer, woodworking, welding, and simple machining)
• Management and maintenance of 3D Printers
  • Manage filament inventory
  • 3D print scheduling
  • Troubleshooting of printing errors
  • Cleaning and repair of printers
• Assist with experimental testing
• Occasionally assist with product testing
• Pick-up/delivery/errands as needed by R&D
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and stand for up to 4 hours at a time
• Safe operation of scissors lifts and fork trucks
• Report any unsafe conditions or acts to the Supervisor.
• Must understand and comply with all safety rules and company policies of Cablevey.
• Work assignments are carried out to the highest quality level.
• Perform various other duties and activities as assigned by supervisor

DESIRABLE SKILLS

• Familiarity with 3D modeling software (SolidWorks)
• Familiarity with PLC programming and electronics assembly
• Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software
• Familiarity with Engineering Change Notices (ECN)

REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent math skills with the ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.
• Prior knowledge of qualifying products and/or inspection processes.
• Ability to use measurement devices such as tape measures, micrometers, calipers, and scales.
• Ability to read and understand basic and advanced blueprints and charts.
• Ability to effectively communicate and work with employees, supervisors, vendors, and customers.
• Experience/proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

Interested candidates should complete and return an Internal Position Application to be considered for this position.  This position has been posted internally and externally.

If you have any questions regarding the position, duties, or responsibilities, please contact John Adair at extension 449, or via email at john.adair@cablevey.com

This posting was distributed on Tuesday, February 22, 2022.

Position Overview

Cablevey Conveyors is located in Oskaloosa, IA.  We build agriculture and industrial conveyor systems for customers found across the US and around the world.  Cablevey Conveyors is looking for a person who is a self-starter.   A Service Technician that has mechanical skills, a good driving record.  Someone who would be traveling  40-50% of the time.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Traveling most days between companies and headquarters.
• Troubleshooting and resolving customer and product issues.
• Building positive relationships with customers.
• Documenting service results in order to maintain accurate quality records.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must be willing to travel 40-50% of the time including overnight and weekends.
• Be able to document service process, parts used, and hours worked.
• Work closely with the Service Manager and others on the team.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose technical issues with our conveyor systems, and give sound solutions.
• Manage all onsite installation, repair, and maintenance on conveyor systems.
• The candidate must be able to input service information, hours worked, and hours traveled into a specific data system.
• The candidate must be able to show proven mechanical skills.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.
• Work in a productive and efficient manner.
• Treat all Cablevey information and customer information in a confidential manner
• Understand and abide by office policies and procedures
• Maintain and continually improve technical and professional abilities
• Develop good working relationships with Cablevey employees, representatives, and customers

BASIC Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Currently possess a good driving record and license.

BASIC BACKGROUND

The person in this role should be adventuresome and must be willing to travel most days.  They must also enjoy solving problems.  We prefer a certificate but understand technical experience can be learned through personal experience.