R&D Lab Technician

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

Job summary

A leading company in the tech industry is seeking a lab technician to perform key operational tasks within a laboratory. This role involves development processes, equipment handling, and providing training to personnel, requiring a background in laboratory practices and effective communication skills. Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant lab experience, and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience in a laboratory setting with knowledge of procedures and device testing.
• Ability to operate lab tools and equipment.
• Comfortable working independently and meeting deadlines with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform development and packaging processes in a lab environment.
• Assist in completing test protocols and recording measurements.
• Maintain lab equipment and manage inventory.

Skills

Basic math/statistics

Data recording and reporting

Communication (verbal and written)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in a S.T.E.M related field

Tools

Lab tools (rulers, pressure gauges, micrometers)

Microsoft Excel

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.
• Maintaining lab equipment, managing 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 S.T.E.M related field
• Previous experience testing medical device in regulated FDA/QSR and ISO environments.
• Hands on experience and interest with mechanical aptitudes