Product Testing Technician

Tempur Sealy International•Trinity, NC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Under administrative direction of the Product Approval Manager or Regulatory Compliance & Project Management Engineer, develops and performs experiments/tests, data analysis and competitive analysis in support of engineering, product development quality control and purchasing functions. Tempur Sealy is committed to improving the sleep of more people, every night, all around the world. As a leading designer, manufacturer, distributor, and retailer of bedding products worldwide, we know how crucial a good night of sleep is to overall health and wellness. Utilizing over a century of knowledge and industry-leading innovation, we deliver award-winning products that provide breakthrough sleep solutions to consumers in over 100 countries. Our highly recognized brands include Tempur-Pedic®, Sealy® and Stearns & Foster®.

Requirements

Analytical laboratory experience
Hands-on lab experience
Communication
Records management
Technical-competence
Analytical problem-solving
Experienced in MS Excel, MS Word, and MS Access as well as database management

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Polymers, Textile, or Mechanical Engineering plus laboratory experience
Fork Truck certification
Five years in an analytical laboratory experience

Responsibilities

Conducts material, component and product testing in such a manner to assure work progress and completion in accordance with required schedules.
Develops proprietary test procedures and standards.
Develops special test equipment for testing to TempurSealy performance standards.
Supervises testing activity to coordinate with suppliers, other divisions and research functions to assure completion on a timely basis.
Develops advanced analytical methods to provide insight into and validate the functional performance of our products.
Coordinates analysis and testing activities on materials and components with new suppliers to assure compliance with TempurSealy performance standards.
Is computer literate and comfortable with computer-controlled instrumentation and electronic databases.
Assists when appropriate, with routine assigned tasks consistent with daily research center operation including shipping, receiving, lab equipment maintenance, area maintenance, and 6S (implementation, audits, cleanliness, etc.).
Collaborates effectively as a team member, communicates respectfully, and maintains a professional, constructive approach when working with colleagues and cross-functional partners.