Laboratory Assistant - Sporting Goods

UL Solutions•Lowell, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Empowering our customers to keep the world safe means thinking ahead. It means having the power to grow our skills and deepen our knowledge every single day. It means investing in training and empowering our people to learn and innovate. At UL Solutions, we give our teams the tools to help build a better future — one where everyone benefits. Our Retail Center of Excellence, in Lowell, AR, is looking for a Laboratory Assistan t, to join the Sporting Goods team in conducting performance and quality assurance testing on sporting good equipment. Be directly impactful in creating a safer world for everyone.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (Higher Secondary Education).
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook and Excel.
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a production-focused environment.
Ability and willingness to work overtime when business needs arise.
Tasks may include setup and teardown of equipment such as tents, working outdoors, and operating grills, with reasonable accommodations available where appropriate.
Certain roles may involve physical tasks such as lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing ladders, or moving equipment. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

Builds and/or adapts basic setup and test equipment for performance of tests.
Performs tests using general laboratory equipment.
Performs routine care of designated test equipment and work area.
Operates computer terminal to extract/input readily available information and to use available software.
As directed follows defined test plans and datasheets.
Evaluates test performance and sample operation to properly evaluate test results.
Records and explains test results.
Reads and interprets results of tests.
Prepares charts, graphs and reports to explain test results.
Examines test samples, reads measuring instruments and reviews test data with supervisor.
Reads and interprets blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams and operational instructions.
As instructed examines customer samples and learns to operate basic tests for each case.
Communicates with customers during setup and operation to ensure proper evaluation.
Operates designated laboratory equipment and tools as directed.
Receives instructions from and reports data to engineers and other laboratory technician staff.
Records observed or calculated data on appropriate data sheets.
Develops working knowledge of the job, methods, instrumentation and systems.
Integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.
Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.
Performs other duties as directed.