What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory technician position at Intertek?
Building Material Laboratory Technician
Intertek is searching for a Laboratory Technician to join our Building & Constructionteam in our York, PA office. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in Materials Testing !
The Building Material Laboratory Technician will support the Materials Testing business by performing testing as per standard methods or procedures, recording data, and performing routine calculations.
Equipment and test methods are specified, and routine procedures are followed. We’re looking for someone with ability to read, interpret and understand standard test methods, Quality policy manuals, safety rules, and procedure manuals.
What you’ll do :
- Setting up test apparatus, operating equipment, maintaining equipment and facilities
- Preparing test samples
- Obtaining and recording test data in accordance with standards
- Performing basic analysis of test data and routine calculations
- Report any observations, for example inconsistent data, to management.
- Follow all health safety and housekeeping policies, including keeping the work area organized
- Draft technical reports
- Other duties as assigned
What it takes to be successful in this role :
- High school diploma or GED and 2 year(s) of relevant experience or the equivalent in terms of education, experience and training
- Ability to utilize basic shop equipment and various hand tools
- Ability to review, understand, and convey technical information in an effective manner
- Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out test instructions
- Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
- Strong communication skills, in both verbal and written formats
- Must be quality driven and customer focused.
- Microsoft Office software proficiency, including Word, Excel and Outlook
Why work at Intertek?
What we have to offer :
When Working with Intertek, you can expect salary and benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement and more.
Last updated : 2024-06-12
