Laboratory Technician Senior

SUMMARY:  

•  Set up and perform a variety of laboratory tests and procedures on customer products. 
• Interface with customers and vendors.
• Maintain laboratory equipment.

 PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set up laboratory equipment and conduct testing on customer products under an engineer’s supervision
• Responsible for maintaining the Calibration Database and scheduling calibrations as required
• Must log customer samples in and out and maintain the test sample log sheet
• Responsible for receiving and shipping of equipment and customer products
• Be capable of operating the TUV forklift
• Assist the engineering staff in lab related duties
• Perform daily and periodic verifications of test equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration and minor repairs to instrumentation.
• Assist in identifying, developing and implementing process improvements.  Initiate recommendations for new equipment
• Demonstrate safe work practices in accordance with laboratory and company policies
• Perform routine housekeeping including cleaning of equipment and lab areas.  Maintain, store and properly dispose of materials as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

 QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

 Knowledge, Skill, & Abilities 

•  Knowledge of operation and maintenance of test equipment
• Knowledge of proper laboratory techniques and protocols
• Ability to transcribe results accurately into reports
• Have excellent communication skills and be able to work with and communicate with vendors and customers

 Education 

•  Associate Degree in electrical/electronic or equivalent education and/or experience

• Laboratory safety training

 Experience 

•  2 years related experience
• Computer literacy required including Microsoft Office and SAP applications

 Certifications 

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS: 

 Direct:  N/A

Indirect: N/A

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

•  Office and laboratory environments
• Work may include standing for long periods of tim.
• Lifting associated with shipping and receiving, 50 lbs

 Equipment Used 

•  Personal Computer
• Various lab test equipment

 Travel Required

•  Little if any travel required, 5-10% or less