Laboratory Technician II

At Modine, we are engineering a cleaner, healthier world. Building on more than 100 years of excellence in thermal management, we provide trusted systems and solutions that improve air quality and conserve natural resources. More than 13,000 employees are at work in every corner of the globe, delivering the solutions our customers need, where they need them. Our Climate Solutions and Performance Technologies segments support our purpose by improving air quality, reducing energy and water consumption, lowering harmful emissions and enabling cleaner running vehicles and environmentally-friendly refrigerants. Modine is a global company headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin (USA), with operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia. For more information about Modine, visit

Position Description

We are currently recruiting to fill a Lab Technician position with our Modine Heating team in Buena Vista, VA. This position is responsible for setting up and testing equipment, maintaining and using calibrated equipment for data measurement, and compiling reports with test results. This opportunity is be a full-time, salaried non-exempt position.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform tests per Laboratory Work Order (LWO) according to the written work instructions.
• Setup and perform computer/data acquisition
• Assist with measurement system calibration
• Ensure compliance of test systems with electrical safe work practices, hazard identification / remediation, and OSHA requirements in support of zero incident safety culture. Identify potential safety hazards and provide input into the remediation process, ensuring equipment functionality meets required specifications
• Interpret industry safety testing standards (UL, ETL, NFPA) applicable to the products, and assure alignment with internal safety, test and quality standards, product specifications and procedures.
• Assist Quality and Engineering teams in internal and customer return product failure analysis.
• Generate test reports
• Manage test articles and parts

Required Education & Qualifications

• Associate Degree in a technical discipline plus 4-8 years of technical work experience, or 7-11 years equivalent experience in a technical discipline.
• A good understanding of commercial HVAC&R design and operation, fixture design and fabrication, instrumentation and data acquisition, as well as the principles of laboratory measurement
• Individuals could have several jobs being performed simultaneously and should have the ability to multi-task and manage their activities in a quality driven yet time-sensitive environment
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with instrumentation and calibration methods
• Computer skills for spreadsheet, word processing, data entry, file management, and reporting
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Why Choose Modine?

Health & Well-being:

• Day One
  • Competitive health, dental & vision insurance coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • After 90 days of continuous employment
  • Maternity Leave (12 weeks at 100% pay)
  • 8 weeks of short term disability leave paid at 100%
  • 4 weeks of paid parental leave paid at 100%
  • Paternity Leave (4 weeks at 100% pay)

Financial Benefits:

• 401k Retirement plan and company paid match
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Short Term Disability (company paid)
• Long Term Disability

Work-Life Balance:

• Competitive time-off policies
• Tuition Reimbursement

To view full benefits information: MyModine Benefits

Modine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Modine provides a competitive benefit package, which could include paid vacation, short term disability, 401(k), health, dental, vision, life insurance, flex spending benefits, tuition reimbursement, Health Savings Account and much more. Human Resources will provide more detail upon your hiring.

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