R&D Lab Technician

TechDigital Group; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Tempe, Arizona is seeking a laboratory technician to perform development and packaging processes while assisting with product testing and reporting. Candidates should have a high school diploma with at least 2 years of lab experience, familiarity with lab tools, and basic math and Excel skills. The role requires accuracy in data collection and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience in a laboratory setting.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory procedures and equipment.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform development and packaging processes in a lab environment.
• Complete device history records and associated paperwork.
• Maintain lab equipment and confirm calibration.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Data collection and reporting

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in STEM

Tools

Lab tools and equipment

Measurement devices

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Perform development and packaging processes in a lab environment following standard operating procedures (SOPs) and good manufacturing practices (GMPs).
• Assist in completing test protocols and procedures, operating test equipment, and recording measurements with limited supervision for the R&D and NPD areas.
• Complete device history records and associated paperwork for preexisting inventory and products accurately.
• Daily use of lab tools and equipment such as pin gauges, micrometers and other measurement related equipment and precision devices for pilot manufacturing processes.
• Maintain lab equipment, manage new equipment and inventory while confirming all equipment is accurately calibrated and in working order.
• Provide process/test method training to internal manufacturing/quality control personnel.
• Assist in training new external personnel including full-time and subcontractors.
• Assist with other projects as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent experience with 2 years' experience in a laboratory setting with basic knowledge of daily laboratory procedures, equipment utilization, setups, processes, device testing and safety protocols.
• Basic math/statistics skills.
• Good working history and experience using Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to accurately collect, record, and report data and transcriptions.
• Familiar with and having the ability to operate and use lab tools and equipment (rulers, pressure gauges, micrometers, and tensile testers and more).
• Comfortable communicating verbally and in written form, presenting data, and information.
• Willing to work independently and meet deadlines with little supervision.

Desired Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience in a STEM related field.
• Previous experience testing medical devices in regulated FDA/QSR and ISO environments.
• Hands on experience and interest with mechanical aptitudes.