Product Test Laboratory Technician

Responsibilities

• Performs visual, mechanical, electrical, and functional testing of BD instruments and Disposable products.
• Generates spreadsheets and reports to document test data.
• Set up, adjust, and operate laboratory equipment and instruments such as microscopes, tensile testers, precision balances, pressure regulators, and other equipment.
• Affirm equipment is in good working order and within calibration limits.
• Carries out visual, mechanical, electrical, and functional tests on BD instruments and Disposable products according to written materials like test protocols, test methods memos, and verbal instructions.
• Keeps detailed, organized, and accurate records of tests performed, including documenting deviations from test methods.
• Maintains oversight of test progress and communicates with requestors as needed.
• Uses personal computers to format spreadsheets from raw data and perform statistical calculations such as standard deviations, averages, minimums, and maximums.
• Maintains a clean, organized testing area.
• Fulfills Good Documentation, Good Laboratory Practices, and ISO 17025 requirements to support laboratory compliance.

Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations.
• Ability to respond to questions from engineers and managers.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practice.
• Ability to convert from metric to other systems of measurement and back.
• Associates Degree (A.S) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, with one year of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Collaborates with Engineering and other divisions within the organization.
• Knowledge of Quality disciplines, including Design Control, GMP’s, and Good Laboratory Practice.