Lab Technician

About the position

TPI Composites, Inc. is a leading wind-blade manufacturer and the only independent wind blade manufacturer with a global footprint. We manufacture advanced composite products to our customers' exact specifications in facilities designed, built, and strategically located either near our customers' target markets or in low-cost, world-class locations, to minimize total delivered cost. In addition, we provide global field service maintenance and repairs for wind turbine OEMs and asset owners by leveraging our global footprint and approximately 12,000 capable associates. Our Materials Lab Technicians conduct tests and trials to verify and validate the quality characteristics of raw materials, product in process, finished product, and products under being evaluated for potential use.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections, measurements, and laboratory tests to determine the conformity of materials or product being evaluated.
• Ensure that inspection results are timely and reliable.
• Support product and/or raw material inspections according to the production needs of the area.
• Take samples of raw materials to verify physicochemical characteristics according to inspection plans and/or applicable technical documents.
• Identify, document and report any non-conformity detected in the inspection of raw materials that negatively affects the manufacturing processes.
• Strictly adhering to hygiene and safety regulations.

Requirements

• High school diploma
• 2 years of relevant experience.
• Previous experience as a Quality Inspector at least six months as a TPI production associate.
• Effective communication skills.
• Knowledge in the application of statistical tools and AQL system.
• Experience handling chemical substances.
• Basic knowledge of measuring equipment, e.g., vernier scales, micrometers, manual scale, tape measure, etc.
• Computer software experience, e.g. Oracle, PLM, Microsoft Office.
• Interpersonal, communication and time management skills.
• Ability to maintain excellent attendance record.

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation plans