Test Lab Technician

aglobalsolutions; Sutton; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

aglobalsolutions in Sutton, United Kingdom, is seeking a Test Laboratory Technician to operate and maintain lab equipment per ISTA/ASTM standards, conduct tests, and report results.

You will calibrate equipment, manage test schedules, and compile data into clear reports for customers and internal teams, while supporting project activities and ensuring safety and accuracy in a loud, active lab environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with some college coursework.
• 1–2 years related experience or training.
• Ability to read and interpret test procedures and standards.
• Basic math and measurement skills for data handling.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate test laboratory equipment per ISTA/ASTM standards.
• Conduct tests according to established protocols.
• Maintain test lab schedule and serve as main contact for testing timelines.
• Record data, generate customer and internal reports.
• Calibrate and certify ISTA lab equipment; maintain workspace.
• Assist project teams with specifications and quality standards.
• Communicate test procedures clearly to customers in writing and speech.
• Provide design engineers with input on design intent.
• Communicate project status to relevant personnel.

Education

High school diploma or GED; some college coursework

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Title: Test Laboratory Technician

Reports To: Test Lab Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department: Test Lab

Division: 100

Pay Range Starts At: $18.00

Summary: Conducting tests, preparing and maintaining equipment and reporting results by:

Responsible for setup and operation of all test laboratory equipment per established ISTA and ASTM test standards.

Conducts test according to established test protocols.

Maintains schedule for test laboratory as main point of contact to ensure testing is completed in a timely manner.

Records and compiles test data and generates reports for customers, both internally and externally.

Maintains and schedules calibration of all test laboratory equipment and certification of ISTA lab.

Maintains work area and laboratory equipment in a neat and orderly condition to ensure smooth operations.

Assists project teams in establishing specifications and quality standards.

Communicates in a clear and concise manner verbally and in written form to customers to ensure comprehension of test procedures.

Provides Design Engineers with design intent and creative input.

Communicates project status to appropriate personnel.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required

Education/Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); some college course work required; and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Ability:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Math Ability:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Word; Microsoft Excel; AutoCAD; SolidWorks; and Microsoft Project.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to vibration, and dust and sawdust. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather) and risk of electrical shock.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.