Technician - R&D Technician II

Location: Arbor Lakes, MN
Project Duration: 12 months

About the Role

This individual will work within a high-performance cross-functional team performing routine medical device particulate testing, ensuring delivery of the highest quality results to the customer. We are seeking a highly motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, with excellent documentation practices and exceptional attention to detail.

Top Must-Haves

• DV test protocol training and execution experience
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Quick learner; willing to learn current test processes and procedures in a regulated environment
• Able to multitask between projects in different stages of development
• Demonstrated experience analyzing and fulfilling documentation requirements
• Ability to communicate detailed information to project teams
• Ability to work in a team environment interacting with engineers and technicians
• Prior experience in test documentation through lab notebooks or reports
• Experience in the medical device industry, preferably testing medical devices
• Operate and maintain test equipment
• Chemistry/Biology experience

Responsibilities

• Performs routine testing assignments requiring basic interpretation of established procedures
• Gather and record data, analyze results, and verify & report test results
• Assignments require broad judgment in troubleshooting
• Create and maintain data files and forms
• Communicate with a wide variety of personnel in and outside of the plant
• Identify areas of improvement and participate in continuous improvement projects
• Use documentation systems to research information and generate Change Requests
• Assist in developing and qualifying data sheets, equipment/fixtures, visual standards, and test methods
• Initiate, investigate, and assist in generation and completion of NCEPs and DDAs
• Assist with product failure analysis
• Communicate testing results to teams
• Assist engineers in failure analysis and CAPA activities, including assignment as a CAPA project member
• Support process and product qualification activities
• Serve support roles during external audits: Document retriever, auditee
• Perform “special” quality initiatives with guidance
• Demonstrate a primary commitment to patient safety and product quality by maintaining compliance to the BSC Quality Policy and all other documented quality processes and procedures
• Employ basic analytical lab skills such as reading a meniscus, pipetting, using a balance, using a stir plate, etc.

Requirements

• AA Degree or equivalent work experience in a related discipline and 3+ years of related experience
• Prior experience in a lab environment including analytical laboratory skills (weighing, pipetting, scientific method, etc.)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) required
• Must be physically able to lift up to 35 lbs
• Must be able to stand for 8 hours

Benefits

• Supplemental benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• 401K program with company match after 12 months of tenure
• Health Savings Account (HSA) on the HDHP plan
• SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions
• Corporate discount savings program and other discounts
• On-demand training program
• Access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars after 6+ months of tenure
• Certification discounts and perks for associations including CompTIA and IIBA
• Dedicated customer service team for consultants
• Access to a certified Career Coach