R&D Lab Technician: Pilot Ops & Metrology

Validation & Engineering Group; Carolina (PR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Validation & Engineering Group is seeking an R&D Laboratory Technician to support critical research, development, and pilot manufacturing activities within our Process & Product Design organization. These roles provide hands-on technical support for lens build studies, metrology measurements, and pilot line operations.

Techs work with engineers, scientists, and pilot manufacturing personnel to advance product and process innovation while following GDP and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical field or equivalent technical experience preferred.
• Experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, pilot plant, or engineering environment preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to accurately collect, record, and communicate technical data.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with lens build process studies, parts assembly, and experimental activities.
• Prepare materials, equipment, and components for development studies and builds.
• Execute established procedures and accurately document build batch records.
• Collect, organize, and enter experimental data into electronic systems in conformance to GDP.
• Support measurement and inspection activities in mold metrology lab.
• Perform dimensional measurements of molds, components, and finished parts using established methods and equipment.
• Record measurement results and verify data accuracy.
• Maintain measurement equipment and work areas in a clean and organized condition.
• Follow all applicable safety, PPE, quality, and documentation requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow procedures

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Validation & Engineering Group is seeking an R&D Laboratory Technician to support critical research, development, and pilot manufacturing activities within our Process & Product Design organization. These roles provide hands-on technical support for lens build studies, metrology measurements, and pilot line operations.

Techs work with engineers, scientists, and pilot manufacturing personnel to advance product and process innovation while following GDP and safety requirements.