Performs standard testing processes on a variety of equipment and records and analyzes results.
Records data from testing in standard formats and provides results to product and engineering teams. Assists technical teams with recommendations to resolve testing problems, roadblocks or equipment malfunctions that impact the performance or validity of testing. Requires knowledge of industry specific tests and testing equipment.
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Check each Testing Technician skill and competencie below to view definitions.
Skill definition-Identifying and analyzing the causes of issues to reduce recurrence using problem-solving techniques.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Describes the concepts and benefits of root cause analysis in process improvement.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Collects data for investigations and troubleshooting processing issues for root cause analysis.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Analyzes corrective action plans according to the root cause analysis results.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Implements various approaches to investigate the different problems and causes.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Advocates for use of advanced methods, tools, and techniques in conducting root cause analysis.
Skill definition-Testing the characteristics of raw materials and components to predict the capabilities of its overall properties and structure.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Describes the differences between destructive and non-destructive materials testing.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Assembles bacterial and organic materials testing to determine the cleanliness of the processing area.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Handles all the required inspection, measurement, and testing of raw materials to meet business needs.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Consults with the assessment team to determine the appropriate utilization of materials testing equipment.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Creates testing methodologies and specifications to detect and control any material issues.
Skill definition-Ability to measure and test the properties or performance of developed products.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Describes the regulatory requirements of manufacturing and product testing.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Compiles data to prepare reports related to research and testing of new and existing products.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Checks continuous inspections and testing of all products to meet business standards.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Determines the impact of product testing deviations to implement preventive actions.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Builds a collaborative environment to develop product testing concepts and strategies.
Skill definition-A set of written instructions that describes the step-by-step activities to complete tasks in compliance with business standards and industry regulations.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Cites examples of SOP practices in our business operations.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Assists in the preparation of internal standard operating procedures (SOP).
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Analyses our business and operations to identify room for improvement on the related standard operating procedures.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Coaches others on the implementation of SOP to reduce errors and improve quality.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Builds a monitoring system to evaluate the effectiveness of our SOPs.
Skill definition-Executing and completing a task with a high level of accuracy.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Cites steps and tips to improve attention to detail in the workplace.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Keeps full attention when listening to understand the message.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Balances between accuracy and efficiency for different tasks or programs.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Creates and implements quality management processes for our business.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Defines possible hurdles to projects and creates strategies to deal with them.
There are 1 hard skills for Testing Technician, Root Cause Analysis.
7 general skills for Testing Technician, Materials Testing, Product Testing, Quality Assurance, etc.
6 soft skills for Testing Technician, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Attention to Detail, Maintaining Focus, etc.
While the list totals 14 distinct skills, it's important to note that not all are required to be mastered to the same degree. Some skills may only need a basic understanding, whereas others demand a higher level of expertise.
For instance, as a Testing Technician, he or she needs to be proficient in Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), be proficient in Attention to Detail, and be proficient in Maintaining Focus.
