What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Technician position at Umanist Staffing?
Job Description:
- The client seeks a dedicated Application Laboratory Technician to join our Care R&D Lab in Charlotte, NC.
- This role involves conducting tests across fabric and dish care product categories to support product development and quality initiatives.
OBJECTIVES
- Perform tests on washing machines, dryers, and dishwashers according to industry standards.
- Instrument products following test protocols.
- Order necessary test materials (e.g., detergent, test clothes).
- Collaborate with development engineers to optimize test procedures and improve cleaning and drying performance.
- Collect and summarize test data.
- Prioritize and organize work to meet deadlines.
- Communicate key observations and suggest improvements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Set up and conduct tests according to the client standards.
- Complete performance testing to verify product specifications.
- Use electronic methods to record and format test data.
- Accurately document data and test setups on electronic datasheets.
- Utilize MS Excel extensively to plot and evaluate raw data.
- Diagnose test failures and propose solutions.
- Understand and maintain testing standards and data sheets.
- Review, maintain, and update documentation to reflect current practices.
- Operate, calibrate, test, and maintain basic lab equipment.
- Maintain and organize laboratory supplies, fixtures, tools, and equipment.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum of an associate degree in a scientific, mathematical, or technical field or equivalent Lab experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES PREFERRED
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment, data acquisition, testing procedures, and data analysis methods.
- Proficiency in MS Excel.
- Experience with MATLAB and LabVIEW is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Team-oriented with good communication skills.
- Creative and proactive approach
REQUIRED LANGUAGES
- English
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Work in an R&D Lab facility with varying conditions (hot, cold, humid, arid).
- Safely operate an appliance dolly and move appliances as needed for testing
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.18 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Application Question(s):
- Do you have at least an associate degree in a scientific, mathematical, or technical field, or equivalent lab experience?
- How many years of experience do you have working in a laboratory setting, conducting tests and analyzing data?
- Are you proficient in using MS Excel for data analysis, including plotting and evaluating raw data?
- Do you have experience with MATLAB or LabVIEW? If yes, please describe your experience.
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $21 - $25
