Job Description:

Product Lab Technician – Hanover Park, IL

At Pentair, you will work alongside passionate problem-solvers who are committed to the future of our planet. We put our mission into practice, helping the world sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water, life's most essential resource. From our residential water filtration to industrial water management to pool products and more, our 9,000 global employees serve customers in more than 150 countries, working to help create a better world for people and the planet through smart, sustainable water solutions.

We have an opportunity for a Product Lab Technician to join our Hanover Park, IL team. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and analyzing tests to ensure products meet quality, performance, and safety standards. This role involves collaborating with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to validate product functionality and reliability.

You will:  

• Implement test plans, procedures, and protocols for new and existing products.
• Build test stands and equipment to perform laboratory testing.
• Perform functional, performance, and durability testing using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Analyze test data, identify root causes of failures, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO, ASTM, UL).
• Maintain accurate documentation of test results and reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support design validation and product improvements.
• Assist in the development of automated testing systems where applicable.
• Monitor and maintain test equipment calibration and safety standards. 

Key Qualifications:   

• High school degree or equivalent (required), bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or related Engineering field (preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in product testing or quality assurance.
• Strong knowledge of testing methodologies, data analysis, and root cause analysis.
• Proficiency in test equipment and software tools (e.g., LabVIEW, MATLAB, or similar).
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance and safety standards.
• Experience with automated test systems and scripting languages.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis and reliability testing.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.                                                                                                          

• Basic knowledge of Kanban principles
• Basic knowledge of LEAN techniques
• Be able to conduct audits for Quality, 5S and Safety
• Have strong experience using Microsoft Office products
• Comfortable working in a complex, fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Be able to work independently and with a team
• Perform other duties as assigned

Shift Hours: Onsite Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. plus OT/weekends when needed.

Compensation:

For this full-time position working at this location, the anticipated hourly base pay range will be from $30.00 to $35.00 per hour DOE. At Pentair, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the pay range. Pentair considers various factors in determining actual compensation for this position at the expected location. Actual compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, work location, and other relevant business or organizational needs.

Benefits:

As a Pentair employee, you would enjoy a wide array of benefit options to help keep you and your family healthy and protected, health benefits, a generous 401(k), employee stock purchase program, disability benefits, life insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, parental leave, caregiver leave, tuition reimbursement, plus paid time off and wellness programs to encourage a healthy work/life balance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pentair is an Equal Opportunity Employer. With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day.