Laboratory Technician

UL Solutions • Morrisville, NC

8d • $45,000 - $60,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Technician sets up and operates equipment and test setups for clients, examines customer samples, follows defined test plans and datasheets, evaluates test performance, and records and reports test results. The role adapts test equipment to new situations based on datasheets and instructions from engineering personnel, operates designated machines and laboratory equipment, and performs routine maintenance and potentially basic calibration. The technician reads relevant test standards and testing technology, communicates with customers about test setups and methods, and works with minimal supervision within defined responsibilities. The position also involves recommending equipment designs and solutions to observed testing problems, reporting data to engineers and engineering management, and applying basic continuous improvement concepts.

Requirements

• Higher Secondary Education plus three years of related experience is preferred.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to interact with customers.
• Proven ability to be innovative and creative.
• Desire to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office is a must.
• Ability to incorporate automation into day-to-day testing.

Nice To Haves

• Higher Secondary Education plus three years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up and perform equipment and test setups for clients.
• Build or adapt setup and test equipment to perform tests and respond to new situations using datasheets and engineering instructions.
• Examine test samples and read blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, measuring instruments, and operational instructions.
• Follow defined test plans and datasheets.
• Evaluate test performance and sample operation to assess test results.
• Record and explain test results, complete test reports, and prepare data sheets and appropriate UL forms.
• Direct staff in test setups when needed.
• Examine less complex customer samples and learn to operate appropriate tests with necessary supervision and support.
• Communicate with customers during setup and operation to ensure proper evaluation and discuss test methods or results.
• Operate designated machines and special laboratory equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance of designated test equipment and the laboratory area, and possibly perform basic equipment calibration.
• Read and understand relevant test standards and testing technology with necessary supervision and support.
• Recommend new equipment designs and solutions to observed testing problems.
• Receive instructions from and report data to engineers and engineering management.
• Plan tests, evaluate results, and report opinions and interpretations as directed.
• Integrate basic continuous improvement concepts and techniques into work.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health benefits.
• Wellness benefits, including mental and financial health.
• Retirement savings plan (401K).
• For full-time employees: 15 days of vacation, 12 holidays including floating holidays, and 72 hours of sick time off.
• Annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 5% of base salary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED