Fiber Optic Test Technician III — Growth Path

CommScope; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

CommScope in Shakopee, MN is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our fiber optic testing team. You will work with test engineers to evaluate product performance and collect data across optical, mechanical, and environmental tests.

You will use Excel and Word for analysis, maintain documentation, and ensure tests align with internal standards and customer expectations. Growth opportunities exist within the lab with additional technician titles.

Qualifications

• High School, Associate’s or Bachelor's Degree.
• 5+ years’ experience in related area.
• Familiarity with a range of fiber optic products or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Conduct optical, mechanical, and environmental tests of fiber optic products to assess compliance to product requirements.
• Collect, record, analyze and report test data.
• Follow testing schedule and provide status in the lab request system.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel and Word to analyze and report data.
• Utilize custom computer software used with test equipment to acquire data.
• Review and approval of test plans and reports if required.
• Utilize test request system to update test status.
• Communicate issues in a timely manner to the test engineer.
• Collaborate with lab staff to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Follow department safety and efficiency programs.
• Position has growth potential with four additional technician titles each with increasing responsibilities.

Skills

Test data analysis

Excel

Documentation

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Excel

Word

Lab equipment software

Job description

CommScope in Shakopee, MN is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our fiber optic testing team. You will work with test engineers to evaluate product performance and collect data across optical, mechanical, and environmental tests.

You will use Excel and Word for analysis, maintain documentation, and ensure tests align with internal standards and customer expectations. Growth opportunities exist within the lab with additional technician titles.