Laboratory Assistant

• Overview:

Business Title: Lab Assistant I

Position Title: Lab Assistant I

Division: Consumer Products Services

Entity: Consumer Products Services

Reports to: Lab Manager

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Location: Buffalo

Hours Worked: Typically, Monday through Friday, 40 per week.

However, must be flexible to meet the needs of the department and complete other projects as assigned.

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for the accurate and timely testing of consumer products, reporting data, and writing technical reports.

Duties and Responsibilities:

It is everyone's responsibility to live out our Values and Absolutes by

Shaping a World of Trust while ensuring responsible progress.

Major Roles & Responsibilities:

Assist with coordination and maintenance of samples storage area, to include organization, discarding, destroying and general disposition of tested and history samples, as applicable.

Responsible for maintenance of instruments in labs.

Collect and analyze the daily report.

Prepares a variety of samples for testing using prescribed testing methods following testing standards /specifications.

Conducts testing on HBHF Products following the guidelines set forth by BV

Other duties as defined by manager based on departmental needs and workload

Required Skills & Proficiencies:

Strong organizational and time management skills

Strong communication - written, verbal and interpersonal skills

Ability to prioritize individual workload to meet deadlines.

Ability to grasp and retain internal systems

Strong attention to detail

Highly dependable

Ability to work in a support role within a team

Works independently

Problem solving skills

Process improvement skills

Individual and team work ethic

Education and Experience:

High School Education - Prior testing or lab experience a plus, but not required for this position.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of above.

Compensation Range: $17 - $20 an hour (e.g., the job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, and actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as locations, education, experience, and skillset).

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