Job Information
Kalmar Solutions Test & Validation Technician in Ottawa, Kansas
Category: Kalmar
Facility: R&D
Location:
Ottawa, KS, US
Test & Validation Technician
Kalmar is moving goods in critical supply chains around the world, with the vision to be the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services.
Purpose of the position
Support the RDE (Research & Development Engineering) team by driving vehicle prototypes, coordinating driving schedules with the Project team, and supporting additional testing support for RDE and to assist with other tasks as needed.
Main tasks and responsibilities
Drive loaded and unloaded truck prototypes around a designated test track, truck lots, and designated public roads.
Hook and unhook an empty or loaded trailer to the prototypes.
Perform a pre-trip checklist before driving the prototypes.
Communicate with other identified Kalmar personnel when the truck is in use.
Perform testing activities according to specified requirements and time schedules delivered electronically.
Collaborate with Engineering personnel to ensure the truck is available when needed for testing, commissioning, etc..
Observe and provide written feedback about any issues or problems with the systems being tested to Engineering personnel.
Ensure the safety of themselves and other persons while operating any Kalmar equipment.
Oversee test benches as instructed by the Test and Validation Engineers and collect data as required.
Check in and out any contractors as needed for the project.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
The employee will be responsible for following safety measures, the code of conduct, and performing emergency response measures if necessary.
What you’ll need to succeed
Education/Experience/Competencies:
Valid Class A CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) Required
Previous experience driving terminal tractors or tractor with attached trailer preferred · Ability to drive a terminal tractor.
Ability to hook and unhook a trailer.
Current DOT Med Card.
Good communication skills.
Fluent in English both in speaking and writing.
Other Information:
This is a second shift role, mid-afternoon to evening.
This is a Full time position with 40 hours of work per week. Overtime up to 10 additional hours per week may be available depending on project needs.
The driver will be required to wear PPE while on site.
Must have good vision and hearing or the ability to correct it with aides.
Must check in and out of each shift.
Experience in a manufacturing or prototype shop not required but preferred
You will be part of
Kalmar currently employs more than 4,800 professionals worldwide. One of our most important values is: We do it together. We value team skills, as well as innovativeness, customer orientation, and a willingness to commit to continuous improvement. We work closely with our customers and partners - across language, cultural, and professional borders. We see diversity as a common strength and valuable resource for Kalmar’s future.
Interested to join?
Please submit your resume/CV to be considered!
Kalmar (Nasdaq Helsinki: KALMAR) offers a wide range of industry shaping heavy material handling equipment and services to ports and terminals, distribution centres, manufacturing and heavy logistics. Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Kalmar operates globally in over 120 countries and employs approximately 5,200 people. In 2023, the company's sales on a carve-out basis totalled approximately EUR 2.0 billion.
www.kalmarglobal.com