Test Technician III

CommScope; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

CommScope in Shakopee, MN is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our fiber optic testing team. You will work with test engineers to evaluate product performance and collect data across optical, mechanical, and environmental tests.

You will use Excel and Word for analysis, maintain documentation, and ensure tests align with internal standards and customer expectations. Growth opportunities exist within the lab with additional technician titles.

Qualifications

• High School, Associate’s or Bachelor's Degree.
• 5+ years’ experience in related area.
• Familiarity with a range of fiber optic products or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Conduct optical, mechanical, and environmental tests of fiber optic products to assess compliance to product requirements.
• Collect, record, analyze and report test data.
• Follow testing schedule and provide status in the lab request system.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel and Word to analyze and report data.
• Utilize custom computer software used with test equipment to acquire data.
• Review and approval of test plans and reports if required.
• Utilize test request system to update test status.
• Communicate issues in a timely manner to the test engineer.
• Collaborate with lab staff to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Follow department safety and efficiency programs.
• Position has growth potential with four additional technician titles each with increasing responsibilities.

Skills

Test data analysis

Excel

Documentation

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Excel

Word

Lab equipment software

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Location:

Shakopee, Minnesota, United States

In our ‘always on’ world, we believe it’s essential to have a genuine connection with the work you do.

General Summary

This position is responsible for working with test engineers to test fiber optic products, Job Location: Shakopee, MN.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct optical, mechanical, and environmental tests of fiber optic products to assess compliance to product requirements.
• Collect, record, analyze and report test data.
• Follow testing schedule and provide status in the lab request system.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel and Word to analyze and report data.
• Utilize custom computer software used with test equipment to acquire data.
• Review and approval of test plans and reports if required.
• Utilize test request system to update test status.
• Communicate issues in a timely manner to the test engineer.
• Competency/experience with corporate, business unit and lab quality management system documentation.
• Competency/experience with relevant industry standards for fiber optic products
• Competency/experience with the range of lab test equipment.
• Competency/experience with fiber optic products and technical principals.
• Competency/experience with internal and external customer expectations.
• Follow department safety and efficiency programs.
• Participate in test equipment maintenance and validations if required.
• Complete training on lab processes, procedures and test methods as required.
• Position has growth potential with four additional technician titles each with increasing responsibilities.
• Collaboration with current lab staff which includes other test engineers and technicians in team-oriented environment.

Accountability / Impact

• Responsible for all product testing to evaluate performance and collect data that provides evidence of conformance to product requirements.
• 7. Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivery multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• 1. Ensures Accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• 11. Customer Focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• 36. Instills Trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity and authenticity.
• 8. Manages Complexity: Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• 2. Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• 25. Plans and Aligns: Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
• 38. Optimizes Work Processes: Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• 6. Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

Required Qualifications for Consideration

• High School, Associate’s or Bachelor's Degree.
• 5+ years’ experience in related area.
• Familiarity with a range of fiber optic products or equivalent.

Why CommScope:

CommScope is on a quest to deliver connectivity that empowers how we live, work, and learn.Our employees push the boundaries of communications technology that enables game-changing discoveries like 5G, the Internet of Things, and gigabit speeds for everyone, everywhere.With our unmatched expertise in copper, fiber, and wireless infrastructure, our global clients rely on us to outperform today and be ready for the needs of tomorrow.

If you want to grow your career alongside bright, passionate, and caring people who strive to create what's next…..come connect to your future at CommScope.

CommScope is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), including people with disabilities and veterans. If you are seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process, please contact us to submit your request at [e-mail]. You can also learn more about CommScope’s accommodation process and EEO policy at https://jobs.commscope.com/eeo