What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Technician position at RINNAI?
Creating A Healthier Way of Living
Rinnai America is the leader in tankless water heating, a technology that is growing rapidly as businesses and homes “yank the tank” and convert to an efficient, endless supply of hot water. We have a commitment to our employees, and a strong, accountable culture with a practice of giving back to our communities.
Rinnai America is also proud to be the only tankless water heating manufacturer in the US, with the start of its first production facility in Georgia.
ROLE
Provide rigorous testing support for new product development, reliability, and application solutions within the Rinnai America laboratory.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
LAB OPERATIONS
- Product (appliances, accessories, and/or components) development evaluations including compliance, reliability, and performance testing
- Equipment and test station set up for required ANSI, reliability, application, or audit testing.
- Setup, adjust, and change test samples and setups for testing, perform the required testing in accordance with engineering specifications or defined test practices.
- Collect, analyze, interpret, summarize, and document data and information gathered during testing. Perform benchmark testing of Rinnai products and competitors' products to include comparison reporting and communicate results to project engineer.
- Compile lab reports using standard office software, including MS Excel and MS Word.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
LAB TESTING
- CSA certification testing to applicable ANSI standards within Rinnai Laboratory Scope as well as D.O.E. and AFUE test procedures.
- Provide basic technical testing support for a variety of engineering activities.
- New product solutions and qualification testing.
- Reliability testing and set-ups to evaluate product longevity based on accelerated test protocols.
- Application testing and set-ups to provide alternate installation solutions.
- Consultant on diagnosis testing to evaluate root cause failure.
- Conduct audit testing on Rinnai products.
OTHER
- Embrace and support growing business demands in a changing environment.
- Awareness and compliance of Company Policies and Procedures.
- Embrace and foster an environment to promote the Rinnai cultural beliefs.
- Other duties and responsibilities as required.
REQUIREMENTS:
KNOWLEDGE
- Experience in Research & Development laboratory plus High School Graduate or GED.
- ANSI, UL, and DOE test protocol experience related to electrical and gas fired products
- Knowledge in gas combustion principles
- Knowledge in appliance testing
- Research & Development Experience
SKILLS
- Mechanical aptitude
- Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills
- Moderate computer literacy – Microsoft Office
- Understands basic electrical and plumbing schematics
- Proficiency with Natural and LP gas, hydronic, and refrigeration systems.
- Excellent attention to detail.
ABILITIES
- High level of personal integrity and honesty
- Team player able to operate with substantial independence and enthusiasm
- A lateral thinking style
- Technical, Customer service and Quality discipline
- Ability to produce reports on technical issues
- Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
- Ability to use a variety of plumbing methods such as brazing, welding, PEX installation, Pro-press and other methods used in the industry.
BENEFITS
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options for Medical and Dependent Care
Paid Time Off (PTO), Floating Holidays (FH)
Paid Holidays
401(k) Plan with Company Match
Company Paid Life Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Professional Development
Tuition Reimbursement
Annual incentive plan (AIP)
Referral Bonuses
Paid Volunteer Community Service Day
Tobacco and Drug-Free Campuses