Automotive Laboratory Technician

Are you a hands-on technical problem solver with a passion for automotive performance and product quality? We are seeking a driven Automotive Laboratory & Warranty Validation Technician to join an industry-leading supplier to the North American Automotive Parts Aftermarket in Greer, SC!

About the Role In this vital role, you’ll be at the forefront of product quality and engineering excellence. You will conduct hands-on testing, precision inspections, and root-cause failure analysis on core automotive components like braking systems and suspension assemblies. Working directly with Engineering, Quality, Warranty, and Warehouse teams, you will evaluate how parts perform, investigate defects, and ensure products consistently exceed customer expectations.

What You’ll Do

• Execute Hands-On Testing: Perform laboratory testing, component validation, and prototype evaluations on braking systems, suspension parts, and custom assemblies.

• Conduct Precision Inspections: Use calipers, micrometers, and gauges to perform dimensional, visual, and functional evaluations on new, existing, and returned components.

• Solve Engineering Puzzles: Lead failure analysis investigations, identify root causes, and document findings to support continuous product improvement.

• Maintain Lab Excellence: Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory testing equipment to guarantee precise test data.

• Document & Collaborate: Log inspection data, technical reports, and photos into ERP and Microsoft Office systems while collaborating across cross-functional teams.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: 2–5 years in automotive, manufacturing, lab testing, quality inspection, or warranty analysis.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency with precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers), technical drawing interpretation, and data entry in Excel/ERP systems.

• Education: High school diploma required; technical degree or relevant certifications preferred.

• Physical Capability: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand/walk for extended periods, and safely disassemble automotive components in lab and warehouse settings.

Ready to drive automotive quality forward? Apply today to join our team in Greer, SC!

salary: $50,000 - $55,000 per year
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 4 PM
education: High School

Responsibilities

• Testing & Validation: Perform laboratory testing and product validation on automotive components, including braking systems, suspension components, and other assemblies.

• Inspection: Conduct dimensional, visual, and functional inspections on new, existing, prototype, and warranty-returned parts using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision measurement tools.

• Failure Analysis: Support investigations by identifying defects, documenting findings, and assisting engineering teams with root cause analysis.

• Equipment Maintenance: Operate, maintain, and calibrate laboratory equipment to ensure accurate and reliable test results.

• Data & Documentation: Collect, analyze, and log test data, inspection results, photographs, and technical findings in ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.

• Assembly & Warehouse Collaboration: Safely disassemble and reassemble automotive components for evaluation; conduct warehouse inspections and collaborate with warehouse teams as needed.

• Safety & Compliance: Adhere to company safety procedures, OSHA standards, and applicable automotive quality guidelines.

The essential functions of this role include:

• wearing steel toe shoes
• working in a non-temperature controlled environment
• manual lifting up to 50lbs
• standing for 8 hours at one time
• working weekends

Skills

• Laboratory/Sciences
• Product validation (2 years of experience is required)
• Mechanical inspection (1 year of experience is preferred)
• Quality inspection (2 years of experience is required)
• Calipers (1 year of experience is required)
• micrometers (2 years of experience is required)
• ERP (2 years of experience is required)
• Blueprint Reading

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 3 years
• Experience level: Experienced

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.