Sample Technician

TEMPERPACK • Richmond, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

At TemperPack we develop custom shipping solutions using our high performance, recyclable packaging materials. Our Sample Technician will play a key role in our commercial operation. The primary function of this role will be working closely with our sales teams to create high quality prototypes of TemperPack’s current and future products. Our Sales team uses those prototypes as a key tool in our sales process, and our Lab team uses them for thermal testing. In both instances, well-constructed and aesthetically pleasing prototypes are required daily to ensure TemperPack can sustain its unprecedented company growth. This person will spend their days in our lab, measuring and constructing customized materials. The role requires attention to detail, enjoyment of process, and a high level of responsibility.

Requirements

• 1+ year of working in a prototype lab/shop
• High School degree or GED
• Ability to make things with precision and consistency
• Critical eye to spot any defects before a prototype is sent out to customers
• Ability to use basic hand tools such as a wrench, paper cutter and scraper
• Ability to read tape measure to 1/16th of an inch
• Ability to use basic power tools such as a drill or screwdriver.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office Suite (especially Excel)
• Demonstrated ability to work with others and as part of a team
• Adaptable to dynamic workload and changing priorities based on customer needs and business priorities
• Ability to wear PPEs such as, but not limited to, safety glasses, ear plugs, closed toed shoes extended periods.
• Ability to cooperate with other team members and to contribute positively to an engaging and positive work environment.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the packaging industry is preferred

Responsibilities

• Construct and ship product samples to prospective customers & for internal testing
• Maintain an orderly, well stocked inventory of raw materials to produce samples
• Manage inbound and outbound materials from UPS/FedEx
• Handle intake of product samples carefully documenting with pictures and measurements.
• Gather materials from nearby production facility as needed
• Maintain and calibrate equipment on regular cadence
• Assist Thermal and Packaging Engineers in setting up and breaking down thermal tests.
• Assist teams across the organization with materials as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees