R&D Lab Operator: Product Testing & Measurements

Rawlings Sporting Goods Company Inc; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Rawlings Sporting Goods Company Inc in Thousand Oaks, CA is hiring a R&D Operator (Easton). The full-time manual labor role supports the R&D Product department under the Lab Lead and reports to Senior Product Engineer.

The position involves conducting bat testing in the lab, following test procedures, and maintaining precise measurements and documentation. Candidates should have a high school diploma, basic math and computer skills, and the ability to work well in a team in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma and basic computer familiarity.
• Basic math skills and ability to read measurements.
• Experience with measurement tools (ruler, caliper, tape) and recording data.
• Ability to operate cutting tools safely.
• Strong reading of technical instructions.
• Detail-oriented with ability to meet deadlines.
• Effective time management and teamwork.
• Strong verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct product testing in the test lab
• Follow established test procedures
• Follow design instructions with a high degree of detail
• Complete work on time to maintain the flow of the department
• Organize and maintain a clean work area
• Assist in other R&D areas as requested
• Perform other tasks as needed to support the department

Skills

High school diploma

Computer literacy

Basic math skills

Measuring tools

Take measurements

Cutting tools

Reading technical instructions

Detail oriented

Time management

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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R&D Operator (Easton)

Easton R&D - Bats Salary Full Time Manual Labor Thousand Oaks, CA, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1843

Salary Range: $21.00 To $24.00 Hourly

Job Title: R&D Operator

Department: R&D Product

Reports to: Senior Product Engineer

Location: Thousand Oaks, CA

FLSA: Non-Exempt

General Overview: Under general direction from the Lab Lead, and in accordance with applicable policies and procedures, the role is responsible for conducting bat testing as necessary.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct product testing in the mechanical test lab

• Follow established test procedures

• Work with baseball and softball products

• Follow design instructions with a high degree of detail

• Complete work on time to maintain the flow of the department

• Organize and maintain a clean work area

• Assist in other R&D areas as requested

• Perform other tasks as needed to support the department

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High school diploma and familiarity with using computers

• Basic math skills and comfort working with numbers

• Comfort using a computer in the course of conducting tests

• Basic familiarity with measuring tools such as rulers, measuring tapes, calipers, and scales

• Ability to take measurements, use measurement tools, and record information accurately

• Use of cutting tools such as scissors, blades, and saws

• Ability to read technical instructions

• Detail-oriented with the ability to meet deadlines

• Proven ability to manage time effectively during large peaks in work volume

• Ability to work and get along with others

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Working Conditions:

Physical surroundings are generally pleasant and comfortable with minimal exposure to injury or other hazards.

Minimal exposure to injury or other hazards. Cutting tools such as scissors, blades, and saws may be used.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as contracts, reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers, athletes, coaches, parents, guardians, internal employees or organizations. Must have proven exceptional written presentation and verbal communication skills. Bilingual (Spanish & English) is preferred but not required.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Strong math aptitude with ability to interpret data analysis reporting

REASONING ABILITY

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

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands requiring finger dexterity, and handling or working with equipment. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision. Employee will be required to hear telephone.

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. Position may be required to perform other duties as needed.