Assistant Test Laboratory Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Kimber Mfg., Inc.

Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Test Laboratory Technician

Location: Troy, AL

Classification: Non-Exempt

Grade: Hourly Grade 1

Department: Product Engineering

Reports To: Product Engineering Manager

Date: June 19, 2026

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE

The Assistant Test Laboratory Technician will help support the performance of functional and safety evaluations on new and existing Kimber products to ensure Kimber’s quality policy and safety standards are met. This includes but is not limited to operating equipment, performing magazine loading, and shooting firearms according to established procedures in a safe and quality manner. Kimber is looking for an individual with manual dexterity, solid initiative and work ethic, attention to detail, and a desire to play a critical role in supporting team activities and objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attention to detail is paramount. Above all else, candidate must show ability to perform duties accurately and precisely with extreme focus on even the smallest of details
• Load magazines for testing in large quantities and accurately in support of ongoing high-volume firearm testing
• Assist in troubleshooting various firearm malfunctions

• Perform quality control tests or measurements in the lab as well as off-site when necessary
• Assist with testing and preparing lab equipment in preparation for specific tasks
• Assist in preparation of samples and data sheets prior to testing
• Follow all company policies and procedures to ensure product integrity and quality control
• Assist in analyzing retrieved data and in preparing reports for engineering team and management
• Support maintenance and organization of the R&D lab, range and testing facility, and magazine and ammunition rooms
• Recognize and report any gun safety issues
• Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Ability to communicate effectively both written and orally
• Adhere and monitor SOP
• Effectively communicate and notify supervisor when there are any discrepancies
• Must be able to accurately input all required data into the manufacturing database
• Complete other duties as assigned by manager

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Knowledge of firearms; quality, features, safety, etc.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Cross functional team player with high levels of professionalism, integrity, and enthusiasm
• Must be able to work accurately and efficiently in a fast work environment that has the potential to change due to regulatory and business needs
• Need to be detail oriented and highly organized with the ability to multi-task
• Experience working independently with little supervision

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred:

• One year of experience in manufacturing or related technical field
• Vocational/Technical Degree
• 5S knowledge and experience
• Microsoft Office experience
• Basic understanding of statistics
• Experience with completing forms/reports
• Highly organized - neat and precise in their work

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, write, listen, and follow instructions. Must be able to effectively communicate failure mode and root cause conditions for accurate diagnostics.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Basic mathematics to include statistics.

REASONING ABILITIY

Ability to adjust as needed by following standard operating procedures.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Travel will normally be less than 5% (training, equipment development, satellite facility support).

OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES

Attendance is an essential job requirement defined as having regular, consistent, reliable, punctual, and predictable attendance including the ability to work regular hours and shifts, overtime before and after shifts and on weekends. Ability to work as part of a team, including all related departments/plants or independently as required to achieve internal and external customer satisfaction.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

While performing the duties of the job the employee works in a manufacturing environment and may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and use hands to touch, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch.

The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION

This position requires compliance with the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). Must be a “U.S. Person” as defined by all pertinent regulations and are required to show proof substantiating this upon being hired.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Activities, duties and/or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice at the sole discretion of the Company.