Lab Technician

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Responsible for supporting new and existing product testing, validation and development to ensure compliance with performance, quality, safety and regulatory standards.  Collaborates with Product Engineering, Quality and other cross functional teams to drive quality, innovation and operational excellence in the laboratory. 

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• 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.

• Interpret and apply industry standards to testing methodology

• 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.

• Write reports, business correspondence, and training or procedure manuals.

• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

Nature and Scope

• May modify processes to resolve situations.

• Under limited supervision, relies on experience and exercises independent judgment to determine the best approach to achieve desired outcomes. Course of action is often determined by interpreting procedures and policies. Work typically involves periodic review of output by a supervisor or direct customers of the process.

• Is sought out and/or assigned to provide general guidance/direction, training, and technical assistance to junior level support personnel. Contributes to employees' professional development but does not have hiring/firing authority.

Work Environment

• Typically located in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors that may cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness, such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noises, and fumes.

• Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting, and maneuvering material or equipment that may be heavy (50+ pounds) or awkward.

• Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Education and Experience

• HS Diploma or GED strongly preferred. Specialized skills training/certification may be required. Generally 2-5 years of experience in area of responsibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or technical certification may be required.

• Prefer Bachelor’s degree in a related scientific or engineering discipline or an advanced technical certification.

• 1 to 3 years' experience in product testing and lab operations.

• Prefer 3+ years of hands-on problem solving/troubleshooting roles.

• Experience in an A2LA Certified Lab.

• Familiarity with ISO 17025 methods and certification processes.

• Strong documentation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to work with a variety of personnel.
• Highly organized and disciplined.
• Self-starter, self-motivated with a high level of energy.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Ability to take direction.
• This position is on-site in Miamisburg, OH, 8-5 Monday through Friday.

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For Ohio job seekers:

Pay Range

$22.20-$32.20 Hourly

Ohio law requires the posting of the salary range for advertised jobs.  This range is determined based on market data and internal pay practices to establish a minimum and maximum value for a job. Individual base pay is determined based on a variety of elements including experience, skills, internal equity and other factors. For additional details on benefits, please review the full job description on White Cap Jobs