Quality Lab Technician

Prysmiangroup; Windham (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian Group is seeking a Quality Lab Technician in Windham, CT for 1st shift to support testing and quality procedures in cable and fiber optics products. The role focuses on interpreting specifications, performing diverse tests, and recording data to ensure reliability and continuous improvement within the production environment.

The ideal candidate has experience in wire/cable testing, a technical degree, and strong data-analysis and MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Experience with wire and cable testing, fiber optic, flame testing, electrical and mechanical testing.
• Ability to work as an individual or as part of a team.
• Capable of multi-tasking.
• Solid computer skills (Windows XP, MS Word, MS Excel) and writing ability.
• Technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment and operational focus.
• Communicate effectively both oral and written with other associates, technicians, engineers and customers.
• Attention to details.
• Be able to drive continuous improvements.

Responsibilities

• Interprets engineering and industry specifications and confers with management or engineering staff to determine quality and reliability standards
• Selects products for tests at specified stages in production process, and test products for variety of qualities such as dimensions, performance, mechanical and electrical characteristics
• Record test data, applying quality control procedures
• Evaluate data and documents deviations from existing standards
• Recommend modifications of existing quality or production procedures to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability
• Sets up and performs destructive and nondestructive tests on material or products to measure performance, life, or material characteristics
• Enters data into computer for analysis
• Assist with complaint analysis and corrective actions
• Pay attention to ensure own safety and others who may be visiting the work area
• Keep good housekeeping around all work areas
• Support continuous improvement projects and 6S events
• Support Layered Process Audits as scheduled
• Interact with external customers, inspectors and auditors as needed
• Performs other tasks as requested by Quality Manager

Skills

Wire & Cable Testing

Fiber Optic Testing

Electrical Testing

Mechanical Testing

Destructive Testing

Nondestructive Testing

Data Analysis

MS Word

MS Excel

Windows XP

Team Collaboration

Education

Associate degree in engineering/technical field

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Windows XP

Job description

Prysmian is the world leader in solutions for energy and digital connections, developing resilient, high-performing, sustainable, and innovative cable systems for the transmission, power grid, electricity and digital solutions. From underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, to medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors, we keep the lights on. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video, and data transmission connecting the world.

With 9,000 dedicated team members in North America and 35,000 globally, Prysmian brings unmatched scale, innovation, and expertise to the energy and telecommunications industries.

At Prysmian, your work matters. Wherever you’re based and whatever you do, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact as part of a global team committed to excellence and transforming the world around us.

Shift: 1st Shift ONLY Mon- Fri 8:00AM-4:30PM (half hour lunch break)

Pay range: $26.40- $31.21

Responsibilities:

• Interprets engineering and industry specifications and confers with management or engineering staff to determine quality and reliability standards

• Selects products for tests at specified stages in production process, and test products for variety of qualities such as dimensions, performance, mechanical and electrical characteristics

• Record test data, applying quality control procedures

• Evaluate data and documents deviations from existing standards

• Recommend modifications of existing quality or production procedures to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability

• Sets up and performs destructive and nondestructive tests on material or products to measure performance, life, or material characteristics

• Enters data into computer for analysis

• Assist with complaint analysis and corrective actions

• Pay attention to ensure own safety and others who may be visiting the work area

• Keep good housekeeping around all work areas

• Support continuous improvement projects and 6S events

• Support Layered Process Audits as scheduled

• Interact with external customers, inspectors and auditors as needed

• Performs other tasks as requested by Quality Manager

Key Requirements:

• Experience with wire and cable testing, fiber optic, flame testing, electrical and mechanical testing

• Ability to work as an individual or as part of a team

• Capable of multi-tasking

• Solid computer skills (Windows XP, MS Word, MS Excel) and writing ability

• Technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment and operational focus

• Communicate effectively both oral and written with other associates, technicians, engineers and customers

• Attention to details

• Be able to drive continuous improvements

Preferred:

• 2 - 4 years' experience in Quality Lab

• Experience with Microsoft Office Programs

• Experience with wire and cable is a plus.

• Associate degree in a related engineering or technical field. Appropriate experience could waive associate degree requirement.

Prysmian Group, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills and abilities, who will enhance the quality of service and contribute to the Group's success. Prysmian Group is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, appreciated and free to fully express their human potential. Prysmian Group strongly believes that diversity drives meritocracy and brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increases the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and shareholders. Prysmian Group bases its decisions on principles of equality, with evaluations based on the type of position and with a focus on best practices so individuals succeed based on their efforts and skills and their alignment with applicable job requirements.

Line Managers, Hiring Managers, HR Corporate and HR Local are responsible for ensuring that diversity and inclusion are respected during the recruiting process. Unconscious bias and stereotypes must not influence our selection processes. We look for the best candidates and for the real value they can bring into the organization. We value meritocracy. We value diversity. We turn off our bias. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service and veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

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