If you are passionate about customer service, Q-Lab Corporation has an opportunity to take your technical skills to the next level. You will have the opportunity to service and repair lab instruments to a diverse customer base in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

Q-Lab has been a global provider of material durability testing products for more than 50 years. As an industry leader in the field of weathering technology, we develop, produce and distribute test substrates, weathering, light resistance and corrosion laboratory equipment. 

As a service technician / employee in technical support / support EMEA (m/f/d) in Saarbrücken:

• Troubleshooting defective laboratory instruments or test equipment and testing mechanical and electrical components and circuits for causes of faults
• Carrying out repairs to defective laboratory instruments or test equipment and testing the assemblies according to the manufacturer's specifications
• Developing solution recommendations for sales partners and direct customers and providing support by telephone and e-mail in
  troubleshooting existing problems
• Assisting with the coordination of technical training courses in Europe and the delivery of course content
• Occasional customer or dealer visits in the DACH region and EMEA area

Your profile: 

• Must live in Germany or be willing to relocate
• Recognized electrical or mechatronic training/further education/studies
• Several years of professional experience with technical devices
• Ability to read and interpret instructions, documents and manuals
• Willingness to travel, ideally experience with domestic and international travel
• Ability to work in a team, under pressure and with strong communication skills and enjoy building positive relationships with customers, dealers and colleagues
• Detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize
• German at native speaker level, knowledge of English
• Good IT skills (Windows environment, Microsoft applications and relevant CRM systems)

We offer:

• A strong, team-oriented corporate culture in a growing company
• A proven track record of success
• Competitive remuneration package
• Friendly working atmosphere and colleagues
• Company cell phone and laptop, also for private use

Q-Lab Corporation is a global leader in providing material durability testing products. Since 1956, we have designed and manufactured laboratory test products such as weathering testers, light stability testers and corrosion testers. We also perform contract test services for weathering and corrosion testing, including both laboratory and natural exposure tests. We maintain a global presence with testing facilities located in the US and sales and distribution facilities located in England, Germany and China. Our world-class corporate headquarters and manufacturing facility are located in Westlake, Ohio.

We are currently seeking a Field and Facilities Manager. This position is responsible for all field exposures at the Homestead, Florida site, including supervision of field personnel involved with exposures.

This role is fully onsite and involves significant time with outdoor work.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise all daily activities of the facilities, maintenance and field staff
• Ensure that the daily work tasks are completed efficiently
• Control field capacity and coordinate ordering of new exposure fixtures
• Arrange space consolidation and field layout — consolidate similar exposure types, same customer, etc. and to conserve space
• Coordinate rack maintenance and necessary replacement
• Oversee new exposures and mounting of difficult or special exposures; responsible for integrity of ongoing exposures
• Responsible for field checks being performed correctly and consistently
• Coordinate paper replacement on under glass boards
• Lead search for misplaced panels
• Supervise all specimen shipping and handling; supervise shipping & receiving department and act as back-up when necessary
• Plan and manage the activities of the Lawn Care Technician
• Hurricane Team Leader and supervisor of temporary laborers for field work as necessary
• Ensure testing completed in a timely and accurate manner
• Inventory, control, storage, and security of tools and exposure hardware
• Supervise repair and maintenance of power tools and field vehicles
• Other tasks as necessary

Requirements:

• Associate/Bachelor degree and/or 5-7 years of work experience in a related field. 
• Advanced knowledge and proven experience in general machine maintenance.
• Excellent supervisory skills and ability to coordinate large projects.
• Excellent knowledge of machine shop practice, including correct use of power tools.
• Knowledge of exposure practices and procedures and ASTM and other standards.
• Ability to interpret instructions and regulations.
• Patience and a high degree of interpersonal skills.
• Professionalism and ability to train and supervise others.
• Attention to detail.
• Creativity and problem-solving skills.
• Bilingual ability is a plus.

We Offer:

• Beautiful corporate headquarters conveniently located off I-90 in Westlake, Ohio.
• A Northeast Ohio Top Workplace environment – 10 years running!
• A proven track record of success.
• Excellent compensation package including year-end bonus and company-funded retirement plan.
• Comprehensive benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, Disability and Life.
• Generous Paid Time Off, and Holidays.
• Fun, friendly working atmosphere!

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plans

Q-Lab Corporation is a global leader in providing material durability testing products. Since 1956, we have designed and manufactured laboratory test products such as weathering testers, light stability testers and corrosion testers. We also perform contract test services for weathering and corrosion testing, including both laboratory and natural exposure tests. We maintain a global presence with testing facilities located in the US and sales and distribution facilities located in England, Germany and China. Our world-class corporate headquarters and manufacturing facility are located in Westlake, Ohio.

We are currently looking for a Senior Project Engineer. Reporting to the Vice President of Engineering this position will design, build and test our prototype.

Due to the nature of the situation, this situation will be fully onsite.

Responsibilities:

• Own multiple engineering projects including new product developments, design improvements, and cost reductions
• Plan and manage project requirements, technical risks, deliverables, and timelines
• Design, build, and test prototypes to validate performance versus requirements
• Document work effectively (engineering reports, test instructions, engineering change notices)

Experience Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 10 to 20+ years proven record in a product development and/or manufacturing environment
• Advanced proficiency in 3D design skills and design translation
• Deep domain expertise in one or more core areas: mechanical design, rapid prototyping, sheet metal, injection molding, weldments, fiberglass, fabrication processes, heaters, motors, pumps, filtration, air handling, etc.
• Demonstrated design skills to meet requirements for safety, performance, reliability and manufacturability
• Strong project management experience across large and small scope projects
• Proven organizational and time management skills; ability to effectively manage multiple priorities

Desired Skills:

• Domain expertise in several of the core areas above
• Experience and demonstrated proficiency in working with suppliers and outside contract resources to deliver project objectives
• Microsoft Inventor, Vault
• Finite element modeling and analysis (mechanical, thermal, flow)
• LEAN manufacturing methodology
• Data analysis, statistics, six sigma methodology
• Structured Root Cause Analysis (RCA), troubleshooting and problem solving

We Offer:

• Beautiful corporate headquarters conveniently located off I-90 in Westlake, Ohio.
• A Northeast Ohio Top Workplace environment – 9 years running!
• A proven track record of success.
• Excellent compensation package including year-end bonus and company-funded retirement plan.
• Comprehensive benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, Disability and Life.
• Generous Paid Time Off, and Holidays.
• Fun, friendly working atmosphere!

Q-Lab Corporation is a global leader in providing material durability testing products. Since 1956, we have designed and manufactured laboratory test products such as weathering testers, light stability testers and corrosion testers. We also perform contract test services for weathering and corrosion testing, including both laboratory and natural exposure tests. We maintain a global presence with testing facilities located in the US and sales and distribution facilities located in England, Germany and China. Our world-class corporate headquarters and manufacturing facility are located in Westlake, Ohio.

We are currently looking for a Mechanical Engineer. Reporting to the Vice President of Engineering this position will design, build and test our prototype.

Due to the nature of the situation, this situation will be fully onsite.

Responsibilities:

• Own multiple engineering projects including new product developments, design improvements, and cost reductions
• Plan and manage project requirements, technical risks, deliverables, and timelines
• Design, build, and test prototypes to validate performance versus requirements
• Document work effectively (engineering reports, test instructions, engineering change notices)

Experience Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 1 to 5 years professional experience in a product development and/or manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in 3D design skills and design translation
• Project management experience
• Strong time management skills; ability to effectively manage multiple priorities

Desired Skills:

• Experience in one or more core areas: mechanical design, rapid prototyping, sheet metal, injection molding, weldments, fiberglass, fabrication processes, heaters, motors, pumps, filtration, air handling, etc.
• Microsoft Inventor, Vault
• Troubleshooting and problem solving

We Offer:

• Beautiful corporate headquarters conveniently located off I-90 in Westlake, Ohio.
• A Northeast Ohio Top Workplace environment – 9 years running!
• A proven track record of success.
• Excellent compensation package including year-end bonus and company-funded retirement plan.
• Comprehensive benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, Disability and Life.
• Generous Paid Time Off, and Holidays.
• Fun, friendly working atmosphere!