Laboratory Technician

Job Description

Main Tasks

• Plan, organize and perform the test activities in the laboratories according to test procedure, drawings, diagrams, engineering documents and specifications as requested by test engineers.
• Prepare the working area for the necessary tests, set up the testing equipment and ensure that the performed activities follow the defined procedures.
• Set up test fixtures as required by test protocol including fixture fabrication if necessary.
• Organize and set up tracking methodology to make sure that samples can be identified afterwards.
• Perform preventative maintenance and calibration on all assigned laboratory equipment within technical capability.
• Maintain test records, prepare the relevant test documentation and reports, if necessary, on performed activities, ensure that the necessary information is available and up to date.
• Effectively communicate status and results of tests to responsible test engineers and other engineering group members
• Maintain the testing equipment and organize and store test fixtures to ensure the cleanliness and security of the lab.
• Adhere to all the Management policies, procedures, work instructions and safety rules; to include safe handling of all chemicals and fluids in accordance with MSDS.
• Perform "hands-on" work with various types of air, oil, fuel, and hydraulic filters.
• Work closely with team members to maintain and improve lab equipment.
• Work with hand tools, wrenches, hammers, screw drivers, etc.
• Will lift, push. pull, move products up to 50 -100 lbs. on a regular basis;
• Work on other projects / areas as needed

Your Profile

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Associate degree in industrial technology, or related discipline (Engineering or Business) preferred

Experience:

• Minimum 1 year of experience working in an Industrial or Laboratory

Environment Required / Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of test methods and techniques, test set-up, tools and equipment, materials, and products as well as the ability to analyze and evaluate test results.
• Ability to work in teams and good communication skills.
• Able to take direction and training from experienced lab personnel; must be able to work under minimal supervision once trained. Learn Lab databases (PVS, PLCM, etc).
• Understand Norms and Specifications, Mechanical Aptitude
• Familiar with ASTM, ISO, and Customer Specifications (familiarity with filtration products a plus)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
• Must be able to work with basic tools.

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Are you full of ideas? Are you keen to take on responsibility and really achieve something? Then our doors are open to you. This company lives out its values, gives people the freedom to use their own initiative, and offers many development exciting opportunities and many exciting projects - all of which awaits you here.