Test Lab Technician

12 month position

What you will do:

• Provide support to R&D, AO and GQO on the development, and verification testing of new and existing products.
• Develops and coordinates inspection and testing procedures for prototypes, components and products.
• Formulates test guidelines and procedures and may recommend revisions of specifications where necessary.
• Set up and perform routine to non-routine experiments of moderate scope which comply with FDA requirements and appropriate engineering standards.
• Will extract and process test data/findings into both formal written and verbal reports which comply with FDA requirements and appropriate engineering standards.
• Assists in designing, installing and maintaining process sampling systems, procedures, statistical techniques, testing mechanisms, equipment and fixtures.
• Evaluates, recommends and maintains engineering related computer systems.
• Will be required to comply with documentation procedures and maintain test laboratory housekeeping standards to the highest level.
• Will coordinate with facilities and assist in the maintenance of test equipment and test lab fixtures and fittings.
• Providing guidance to Co op/Intern, test lab technicians and engineers on test methods
• Review and approve test reports that meet procedural, technical writing and GDP requirement in the absence of the Lead Technician or on Test Reports where the Lead Technician conducted the testing

What you will need:

• Diploma in an Engineering discipline or relevant experience
• 2 years test lab experience desirable

• Must have the ability to work with and assemble small objects and component parts.
• Must have very good visual acuity and demonstrate fine motor skills.
• Must be able to observe and correct minute inconsistencies (e.g. in the printed word, product appearance, etc.).

• Must be able to complete detailed documentation accurately.
• Must be able to analyze and correct complex testing and/or systems issues of a broad scope using independent judgment.

• Excellent analytical skills.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.  
• Advanced computer hardware/software skills.
• Demonstrated mechanical/electrical problem solving skills.
• Ability to read, understand and generate complex engineering drawings.