Research And Development Specialist

Akkodis; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K plan

Paid time off

EAP program

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Akkodis is seeking a qualified R&D Technician II to join a cross-functional team in Maple Grove, MN for a 12+ month contract. You will perform routine medical device particulate testing and maintain high-quality documentation to ensure patient safety and product quality.

Responsibilities include data collection, result reporting, and collaboration with engineers on CAPA and process improvements in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• AA Degree or equivalent work experience in related discipline.
• 3+ years of related laboratory experience in a professional setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Performs routine testing assignments with basic interpretation of procedures.
• Collects, records, analyzes data, and reports test results.
• Support engineers in failure analysis, CAPA activities, and data documentation.
• Maintain data files, generate Change Requests, and ensure compliance with quality processes.

Skills

Lab experience

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Documentation practices

Education

AA Degree or equivalent work experience in related discipline

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Akkodis is seeking a R&D Technician II for a 12+ months contract position with a client located in Maple Grove, MN.

Pay Range: $24/hr. - $27/hr. On W2 (The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.)

Summary:

This individual will work within a high-performance cross-functional team performing routine medical device particulate testing ensuring delivery of the highest quality result to the customer. We are seeking a highly motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, with excellent good documentation practices, and exceptional attention to details.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performs routine testing assignments requiring basic interpretation of established procedures.
• Gather and record data, analyze results and verify & report test results.
• Assignments require broad judgment in troubleshooting.
• Create and maintain data files and forms.
• Communicate with a wide variety of personnel in and outside of the plant.
• Identify areas of improvement and participate in continuous improvement projects.
• Use documentation systems to research information and generate Change Requests.
• Assist in developing and qualify data sheets, equipment/fixtures, visual standards, and test methods.
• Initiate, investigate, and assist in generation and completion of NCEPs and DDAs.
• Assist with product failure analysis.
• Communicate testing results to teams.
• Assist engineers in failure analysis and CAPA activities, including assignment as a CAPA project member.
• Support process and product qualification activities.
• Perform special quality initiatives with guidance.
• In all actions, demonstrates a primary commitment to patient safety and product quality by maintaining compliance to the company's Quality Policy and all other documented quality processes and procedures.
• Employ basic analytical lab skills such as reading a meniscus, pipetting, using a balance, using a stir plate. etc.

Basic Qualifications:

• AA Degree or equivalent work experience in related discipline and 3+ year of related experience.
• Prior experience in a lab environment including analytical laboratory skills (weighing, pipetting, scientific method, etc.).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• DV test protocol training and execution experience
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Quick learner; willing to learn the current test processes and procedures in a regulated environment.
• Able to multitask between projects in different stages of development.
• Demonstrated experience analyzing and fulfilling documentation requirements.
• Ability to communicate detailed information to the project teams.
• Ability to work in a team environment interacting with engineers and technicians.
• Prior experience in test documentation through lab notebooks or reports.
• Experience in medical device industry preferably testing medical devices.
• Operate and maintain test equipment.
• Chemistry/Biology experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees with the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records by federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers