Lab Technician - Product Engineering and Quality

INSPYR Solutions is a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions. They are seeking a Lab Technician for Product Engineering and Quality to prepare test samples, conduct tests on products, and collaborate with engineering for product improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares test samples and specimens and develops efficient testing protocols and procedures
• Conducts and documents tests on finished and prototype products in accordance with established test methods and QC specifications
• Collaborates with engineering on new product designs and provides technical feedback to support product improvement
• Benchmarks products against industry standards and competitor offerings
• Maintains accurate project logs, lab notebooks and necessary QC and R&D records
• Works closely with management staff to establish realistic task completion dates
• Maintains a clean and safe lab in accordance with all local and federal guidelines and regulations
• Assists in implementing new procedures and PPE requirements for new products introduced to the site
• Reports all safety violations to the Manager to ensure the working environment is free from safety hazards
• Maintains equipment, calibrations and records
• Manages material disposal with EHS
• Trains new hired and maintains SOPs for lab operations
• Utilizes lab scheduling/project software

Requirements:

• The individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to work with a variety of personnel
• Strong documentation skills
• Proven technical skills
• Highly organized and disciplined
• Self starter, self motivated with a high level of energy
• Proficient in MS Office
• Ability to take direction
• Technical certification or associate degree (may be required in some areas)
• 1-3 years of relevant experience in product testing and lab operations
• Bachelor's degree in a related scientific or engineering discipline or an advanced technical certification
• 3+ years of hands-on problem solving/troubleshooting roles
• Experience in an A2LA Certified Lab
• Familiarity with ISO 17025 methods and certification processes
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, along with training and procedure manuals
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
• Physical effort required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, lift and walk
• Maximum unassisted lift 80 lbs, average lifts less than 50 lbs
• Requires ability to use a keyboard, monitor and calculator
• Requires the ability to communicate verbally, both in person and on the telephone
• Overnight travel typically less than 10 % of the time
• Indoor laboratory setting with controlled environmental conditions
• Exposure to typical laboratory and construction chemicals