Position : Laboratory Technician I

Location : Franklin Lakes, NJ

Duration : 12 Months

Total Hours/week : 40.00

1^st Shift

Client : Medical Devices Company

Job Category : Engineering

Employment Type : Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens or GC Holders or GC EAD or OPT or EAD or CPT

Pay rate $23-$26, Onsite

Job Description -

• The Laboratory Technician I Contractor in the Materials & Characterization R&D group will be responsible for conducting testing /experiments; writing technical reports; supporting test request work flow and operation of equipment in the materials characterization labs.
• They will ensure compliance with client quality policies, procedures and practices through appropriate communication, training and education of sound quality assurance principles; ensure compliance with all local, state, federal and client safety regulations, policies and procedures.

Project Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Lab Manager, the incumbent performs bench-level engineering tests and/or research experiments designed to test the feasibility of concepts or technologies required for development or revision of new products.
• Lab Organization: Follow and support the workflow process for the materials R&D labs including instrument operation and maintenance.  Follows GLP.
• Process Effectiveness:  Ensure appropriate processes are followed for effective and timely stakeholder engagement and completion of assignments.
• Continuous Learning:  Actively seek training to improve skills.  Ensure technical lessons are reviewed, learned and disseminated.
• Other duties as assigned.

Leadership

• Accountability:  Demonstrate strong and clear accountability for the successful and timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Communication:  Hold and encourage frequent formal and informal communication within the team.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Technical or Science Field
• 0-5 years relevant experience in a technical discipline, or a combination of equivalent education and experience.
• Experience with polymer characterization / testing instruments and equipment

• Training in laboratory safety and procedures.
• Good communication skills (written and verbal)

Desired Qualifications

• Experience operating one or more specific instruments / equipment (including Instron mechanical tester; TGA; DSC; FTIR; Rheometers, Profilometers; is desired.
• Good technical skills and judgment.
• Basic understanding of disciplined product development processes, regulatory and quality requirements.
• Strong fit with client values.
• Experience with basic statistical analysis and software (e.g. Minitab) preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office / Word / Excel / PowerPoint