Laboratory Technician - Automotive & Hardgoods

Primary Responsibilities:
Sample preparation and analysis following published test methods and company/client SOPs.
Specifically These Responsibilities Are To:
Organize test samples including consumer goods such as DIY items, paper goods, plastic products and shipping containers
Prepare test specimens from the samples submitted using hand tools and power tools
Perform both destructive and non-destructive physical testing on the samples
Record test results in the format specified which includes handwritten datasheets, computer printouts and electronic data entry
Routine operation, maintenance, and validation of laboratory equipment and instruments
Assist in the investigation of, response to, and follow-up of client inquiries and complaints
May assist in limited internal and external technical support to marketing, sales, customer services, and clients regarding test, report, and other technical information
Coordinate with other laboratory technicians and/or assistants on sample receiving, logging, pretreatment, preparation, testing and other tasks
Conduct multiple projects within tight deadlines
Other projects and tasks assigned by company and supervisors
Ability to lift and move sample boxes up to 25 lbs
Education & Qualifications:
Technical education, college coursework, or a degree in science, engineering, technology, or a related field is preferred.
Previous laboratory, testing, manufacturing, engineering, quality, or technical experience preferred.
Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, laboratory equipment, and instrumentation.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately document and interpret test results.
Basic computer skills and the ability to learn laboratory data-entry and reporting systems.
Skills/Competencies:
Must be able to meet the following performance requirements:
Familiarity with Laboratory Quality and Operations systems
Windows-based computer programs including MS Word, and Excel
Effective understanding, written and verbal skills
May work with limited guidance, independently or as part of a team.
Takes initiative to learn and grow. Able to learn and apply new technologies and instruments
Forklift certification desirable

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No