Laboratory Technician - Automotive

SGS

Laboratory Technician - Automotive

Fairfield, NJ
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    Primary Responsibilities:

    Sample preparation and analysis following published test methods and company/client SOPs.

    Specifically These Responsibilities Are To:

    • Organize test samples including seat belts and child restraint systems
    • Prepare test specimens from the samples submitted using hand tools and power tools
    • Perform both destructive and non-destructive physical testing on products including webbing, hardware, buckles and retractors
    • Record test results in the format specified which includes handwritten datasheets, computer printouts and electronic data entry
    • Routine operation, maintenance, and validation of laboratory equipment and instruments
    • Assist in the investigation of, response to, and follow-up of client inquiries and complaints
    • May assist in limited internal and external technical support to marketing, sales, customer services, and clients regarding test, report, and other technical information
    • Coordinate with other laboratory technicians and/or assistants on sample receiving, logging, pretreatment, preparation, testing and other tasks
    • Conduct multiple projects within tight deadlines
    • Other projects and tasks assigned by company and supervisors
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    ** Education:**

    • Prior laboratory experience or 2+ years towards engineering or science degree

    Skills/Competencies:

    Must be able to meet the following performance requirements:

    • Familiarity with hand tools and power tools

    • Ability to lift and move sample boxes up to 25 lbs

    • Familiarity with Laboratory Quality and Operations systems

    • Windows-based computer programs including MS Word, and Excel

    • Effective understanding, written and verbal skills

    • May work with limited guidance, independently or as part of a team.

    • Takes initiative to learn and grow. Able to learn and apply new technologies and instruments

    • Forklift certification desirable

    Pay Range is $21.00-$26.00/ hour

    Additional Information

    Benefits

    • Competitive salary.
    • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for full time employees.
    • Retirement savings plan.
    • Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
    • A dynamic, collaborative work environment.
    • Access to cutting-edge cryptographic technology and tools.

    Physical Demands of the Job

    • Stand: Occasionally
    • Move or traverse: Frequently
    • Sit: Constantly
    • Use hands: Constantly
    • Reach with hands and arms: Occasionally
    • Climb or balance: Occasionally
    • Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: Occasionally
    • Talk/hear: Constantly
    • Taste/Smell: Occasionally
    • Lift/carry/push or pull: Occasionally 30 lbs

    Additional information

    SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

    This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

    If you are applying for a position within the United States and you have difficulty completing the on-line employment application because of a disability, please call 201-508-3149 for assistance and leave a message. You will receive a callback. Please note, this phone number is not for general employment information but is only for individuals who are experiencing difficulty applying for a position due to a disability.

  • Compensation
    $21-$21
  • Industry
    Facilities Services