Laboratory Test Technician

Talascend is currently seeking a Laboratory Test Technician for a contract opportunity with our client in St. Joseph, Michigan.

Overview

Test washers and dryers in laundry performance and energy laboratories while developing and applying a strong understanding of appliance performance behavior. Plan and perform tests with minimal guidance, interpret results for performance evaluations, and communicate findings to test requestors.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests without supervision.
• Create reports with test results in the laboratory reporting system.
• Communicate with the supervisor to schedule and prioritize activities.
• Work with other technicians to complete projects and departmental objectives.
• Provide technical direction and critical thought in problem-solving and develop insights beyond the data in reports.
• Implement continuous improvement projects.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and facilities using organized laboratory practices.
• Identify problems, articulate root causes and solutions, and document learnings.
• Document new standard work instructions and improve current instructions.
• Cross-train and assist other personnel as needed.
• Develop and document new test procedures, and help write test procedures and reference guidelines.
• Maintain strong communication with product teams, supervisors, and related departments.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in technology or science.
• Basic knowledge of common office applications, including word processing and spreadsheet tools.
• Good judgment and the ability to earn the respect of peers and client groups.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact with peers and other groups to support shared goals.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong math skills, including a basic understanding of statistics.
• Ability to use advanced laboratory equipment and instrumentation, maintain equipment in good working order, and ensure calibration.
• Ability to move appliances with an appliance cart.
• Ability to move test loads.
• Ability to use equipment with precision to gather data, including scales and stopwatches.

Preferred Qualifications

• Four-year degree in technology or science.
• Chemistry or biology laboratory experience.
• Proficiency with statistical software.
• Ability to use a sewing machine.
• Household appliance product experience.
• Planning and organization skills.
• Broad knowledge of product performance standards, procedures, and processes, with the ability to adapt this knowledge to unusual situations.
• Ability to work on multiple test procedures concurrently.
• Ability to write and complete final test reports, including conclusions.
• Ability to maintain highly accurate records.