Applications & Testing Specialist - Full Time

About the role

The Test Lab at RMS Roller-Grinder is more than just a workspace. It's where customer challenges turn into real solutions. As we grow, we're looking for an Applications & Testing Specialist who can take ownership, thrive on independence, and take pride in running a clean, high-performing operation.

Responsibilities

• Keep the Lab Running at Its Best
• Maintain a clean, organized, customer-ready lab environment.
• Perform maintenance, repairs, calibrations, and component changeouts on roller mills and lab equipment.
• Manage inventory of supplies, tools, and spare parts.
• Turn Materials into Meaningful Insights
• Run test grinds and application tests on a wide variety of materials.
• Conduct sampling and quality verification testing.
• Measure roll corrugations and monitor wear trends to recommend service needs.
• Own the Testing Process
• Manage and prioritize the testing schedule to meet customer timelines.
• Accurately document and organize all test data.
• Analyze how materials perform and determine optimal machine settings.
• Deliver clear, actionable test reports with recommendations and operating parameters.
• Support Customers & Internal Teams
• Partner with sales and engineering to provide technical insights.
• Present testing results and recommendations in a clear, understandable manner to customers, sales, engineering, and other internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to customer conversations with real data and practical recommendations.
• Occasionally travel to customer sites, industry events, or field locations to support testing, troubleshooting, and application development efforts.

Qualifications

• A self-starter who takes full ownership of their work.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with equipment.
• Detail-oriented with solid data tracking and organization skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Flexibility and adaptability to manage changing priorities and respond quickly to customer and business needs.
• Someone who takes pride in creating a clean, professional workspace.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive wage of $24.00 - $28.00 depending on experience. PLUS, benefits such as healthcare, dental, vision and MORE!
• Dynamic Work Environment: Be part of a collaborative and energetic team that values innovation and continuous improvement.
• Family-Oriented Culture with Flexible Schedules: Enjoy the flexibility to manage your schedule.
• Generous PTO: RMS believes in a work-life balance, starting with 3 weeks of PTO in your first year, growing to 5 weeks PTO after 5 years.
• Career Growth Opportunities: We invest in your skill & professional development, providing opportunities for career advancement within the organization.