Laboratory Testing Technician

Job Description

Summary

The Laboratory Technician is responsible for molding, conditioning, and testing materials received by the department in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.

Responsibility for Safety, Health & Environmental

Individual is expected to perform job duties safely and in compliance with work instructions outlined in the Safety, Health & Emergency manual.

Actively participate in Monthly Safety Meetings and perform audits as scheduled by the Safety Department.

Responsibility for Quality

Individual is expected to perform job duties in compliance with defined management system requirements.

Duties/Responsibilities

Molds specimens for testing by the Mechanical Testing Laboratory as defined on the Request for Analysis or Laboratory Request form. Conditions the molded specimens as prescribed by the Product Control Plan or Customer Specification. Performs final testing on the molded specimens according to the requirements specified on the Request for Analysis or Laboratory Request form

Performs in-process testing on all materials brought to the Mechanical Testing Laboratory at prescribed intervals defined by the Product Control Plan.

Assists in the maintenance and verification/calibration of all equipment in the department.

Reviews Raw Material and Final Test Results and determines if additional testing is required

Records Raw Material and Final Test Results in the PRIMOS computer database and documents the results on the Request for Analysis or Laboratory Request form, as appropriate. All Test Results for external customers are submitted to the Laboratory Technical Manager for review.

Reports Test Results for in-process testing in the PRIMOS computer database immediately upon completion. In the event that an in-process Test Result is out of specification, the manufacturing department is notified so that adjustments can be made.

Reviews applicable procedures, work instructions, and test methods to comply with ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.

Works with other laboratory technicians to ensure that reporting of all results are completed in a timely manner.

Participates in Measurement System Analysis Studies (Gage R&R).

Performs other duties and assignments as directed by supervisor.

Recommended Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent. A technical 4-year degree is preferred.

Training in the operation and theory of testing equipment and laboratory techniques is preferred.

Skilled in the use of basic computer software, including spreadsheets, graphics, and statistical programs.

Working Conditions:

Laboratory Environment

Manufacturing Environment