Senior Technician R&D - Pay Starting at &28.01/hr

Stryker • Tempe, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and audit readiness of assigned laboratory areas, ensuring compliance with operational standards and safe laboratory practices. The Senior Technician will serve as the primary asset owner for assigned lab equipment, overseeing maintenance, repairs, calibration, and contributing to equipment acquisition and retirement decisions. They will provide day-to-day guidance, mentoring, and technical training to junior technicians, modeling best practices and safety-first behaviors. The role also involves leading the fabrication, qualification, verification, and validation (V&V) of complex test fixtures, providing expertise on components and construction processes. The technician will independently execute development and verification testing with limited oversight, applying sound technical judgment to resolve test issues or deviations. Accurate, compliant documentation is essential, requiring consistent adherence to Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and clear communication of test results. Additionally, the role includes managing laboratory logistics, such as inventory control and proactive supply purchasing, while balancing engineering needs, business priorities, and budget constraints. Continuous identification and implementation of opportunities to improve lab efficiency, expand testing capabilities, and enhance overall service offerings are expected.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of relevant experience
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 25-40 lbs.
• Ability to interpret test protocols, technical manuals, and supplier agreements
• Ability to troubleshoot and maintain lab equipment

Nice To Haves

• 2-year Associate’s or Technical Degree in an engineering-related discipline

Responsibilities

• Own the operation, maintenance, and audit readiness of assigned laboratory areas, ensuring compliance with operational standards and safe laboratory practices.
• Serve as the primary asset owner for assigned lab equipment, overseeing maintenance, repairs, calibration, and contributing to equipment acquisition and retirement decision.
• Provide day-to-day guidance, mentoring, and technical training to junior technicians, modeling best practices and safety-first behaviors.
• Lead the fabrication, qualification, verification, and validation (V&V) of complex test fixtures, providing expertise on components and construction processes.
• Independently execute development and verification testing with limited oversight, applying sound technical judgment to resolve test issues or deviations.
• Ensure accurate, compliant documentation by consistently following Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and clearly communicating test results.
• Manage laboratory logistics, including inventory control and proactive supply purchasing, balancing engineering needs, business priorities, and budget constraints.
• Continuously identify and implement opportunities to improve lab efficiency, expand testing capabilities, and enhance overall service offerings.

What This Job Offers

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