Tech, Test Lab - Days / Nights

Position Summary/General Description

Day Shifts: 2-2-3 Schedule from 5:00am - 5:00pm
Night Shift: M - F from 5:00pm - 1:30am

Duties And Responsibilities

• Set up equipment and laboratory procedures
• Check and refill fluids, heat ovens, etc.
• Obtain materials/supplies required for work tasks
• Maintain work area(s) in a clean and organized condition
• Calibrate and perform preventative maintenance on equipment, including documentation
• Perform sample/test preparations including locating, labeling and verifying test materials, dissolution and filtering, and instrument set-ups
• Perform laboratory tests, following established documented procedures
• Enter data into computer program; review output ensuring accuracy; verify and document test results, noting abnormal data and send information to supervisor for review
• Update test log ensuring accuracy and proper tracking of samples
• Work with others to achieve an atmosphere of teamwork and continuous improvement
• Assist in the training of other Laboratory Associates
• Attend and actively participate in meetings
• Perform other related laboratory duties as assigned

Skills And Specifications

• Ability to evaluate conditions, recognize safety and quality issues and determine best course of action with supervisory assistance
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve at an intermediate level
• Ability to provide a high level of customer service to internal and external customers
• Possess a theoretical knowledge of chemistry
• Ability to utilize/operate a computer, peripheral equipment and appropriate software
• Knowledge of safety techniques, practices and procedures for handling hazardous materials
• Knowledge of record keeping techniques and procedures

Education And Qualifications (Entry)

• Technician, Test Lab (TEST1ATE)
• High school degree or GED required
• Two plus years’ experience preferred in a laboratory or similar environment; or two plus years’ experience preferred working in a carbon composite manufacturing environment; or an Associate of Arts degree in a lab science or closely related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required
• Personal computer experience in Microsoft applications such as Excel and Word required

Physical Demands

• Job tasks are usually performed in a laboratory environment
• Position requires the ability to read, write, speak and understand English at a level necessary to successfully perform assigned responsibilities
• Position frequently requires the ability to make quick decisions related to the area’s processes
• The ability to hear, speak, use hands/fingers and the repetitive motions of hands/wrists are frequent
• The ability to seldom lift 40 pounds
• The ability to use mechanical lifts
• The ability to utilize interpersonal and teamwork skills, perform basic mathematical computations, write legibly, follow directions and to understand and apply work specifications
• The ability to wear personal protective equipment for extended periods of time, including wearing a respirator and maintaining respirator fit
• The ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation
• The ability to work a rotating or fixed non-standard schedule which includes weekends
• The ability to work in excess of 40 hours in a week
• The ability to move throughout the entire facility area

Benefits

• Coverage for Health Benefits start the first day of the month after hire date
• Medical and RX- Regence Blue Cross / Blue Shield of RI (HSA Plan or High Plan)
• Vision Coverage- VSP
• Dental Coverage – Delta Dental (Basic Plan or Buy Up Plan)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 80 Hours of Vacation Time Off annually to start (granted)
• 64 Hours of Personal Time Off annually (accrued)
• 3 Paid Floating Holidays Annually (employee can schedule at their choice)
• Jan 1 – Mar 31: 3 FH’s
• Apr 1 – Jun 30: 2 FH’s
• Jul 1 – Sept 30: 1 FHHired 10/1 or after, 0 FH’s
• New Hires - floating holidays available after 90 days complete as per date hired:8 Paid Company Recognized Holidays
• Life Insurance- pays your beneficiary twice your annual salary
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance- pays your beneficiary twice your annual salary
• Short/Long Term Disability
• Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement Assistance (after 12 months of employment)
• Toray Corporate Perks
• John Hancock 401K –CMA matches 50% of first 8% of your contribution
• Service Awards @ 3, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30 years
• Recognition Awards
• Annual Discretionary Bonus Program

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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