Lab Technician – (Part time 10-15 hours per week) - Urgent Need

Description

The Lab Technician will report to the Manufacturing Technology Innovation (MTI) Senior Packaging Engineer. The Technician will support the following work functions: perform inspections, assist in performing Experimental Work Orders, Engineering Studies and Process Development Work. The Associate will work closely with the MTI Packaging Associate Engineer.

Essential Functions

• Perform visual inspections through a microscope or magnified viewer as necessary
• Perform measurements of blister thickness and seal width using: caliper &/or micrometer
• If computer experience, may enter data values into a spreadsheet
• May be trained to use Mini Tab to analyze Data
• Will require training to MTI Packaging Lab procedures as applicable to the task requested
• Procedures and Equipment include but are not limited to the following:
• Package Drop Testing
• Package Transportation simulator Testing
• Underwater Package Leak Testing
• Altitude Chamber Testing
• Package Burst Testing
• Peal Force Testing for Seal Strength
• Bench Top Sealing Operations

Safety

• Participate fully to achieve the Lab safety goals. - Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Take responsibility for own safety.
• Perform proper lifting procedures while working with heavy objects.
• Will hold themselves accountable to follow all safety policies & procedures

Required Knowledge, Experience, Skills & Abilities

• Level of Education/Knowledge needed: Minimum Requirements - High School diploma or GED;
• Level of Experience needed: Minimum Requirements - Capable of following detailed instructions
• Level of Skills Needed: Ability to:
• Work with others (interpersonal skills)
• Speak, Read, and Write in English
• Give & receive feedback
• Plan and organize job tasks, ability to multitask
• Good time management
• Take initiative (see what needs to be done and then do it).
• Flexible
• Completion orientated
• Self-motivating and ability to work with little guidance