Lead Lab Technician

Company Description Cricut makes smart cutting machines that work with an easy-to-use app, an ever-growing collection of materials, and crafting essentials to help you design and personalize almost anything - custom cards, unique apparel, everyday items, and so much more. Let's make. Overview We believe everyone is born creative. We're a diverse tapestry of thinkers, dreamers, givers, DIYers, handi-workers, artisans, and forever and always architects of things. At Cricut, we place the power of handmade into the hands of all. We give you beautiful, easy-to-master tools so you can make something unique, remarkable, perfect. We surround you with ideas, community, inspiration, and encouragement to take your creativity further than you ever imagined. And as a community, we celebrate the exhilarating act of making every single day. So, make that handcrafted card that feels like a hug. Design a shirt for fun, for family, or for a full-blown business. Craft with a passion or for a purpose. Make something big and bold, itsy-bitsy, amazingly ambitious, or just plain silly. Whatever you make, just make your heart out. Because here's the remarkable truth: When we all make together, we make all things possible. Let's make. Job Description We are seeking an experienced and energetic Lead Lab Technician to lead our technician team in the Material Lab. In this role, you will demonstrate skills in technical testing abilities, project management and communication as you conduct sample testing, execute machine test protocols, coordinate lab tasks and interact with engineering and development teams. Experience with working in a continuous improvement environment and across a global team is critical to success. Delivering to timeline with a high level of quality is essential. What You'll Do Autonomously perform technical work to support engineers developing materials and machines for use by Cricut's customers Utilize mechanical and analytical test equipment - tensile test machine, XRF, FTIR, DSC, Microscope, Xenon chamber, environmental chamber, etc. Manage incoming lab requests through ticketing system, assign tasks to the lab team and ensure quick and accurate turnaround of results. Provide training on equipment and procedures to new lab technicians. Optimize lab setup, sample management process and lab activities to improve test turnaround and lab efficiency. Maintain a clean, safe working environment using 5S principles. Document and record data and test results in PLM system. Communicate test results to engineering and development stakeholders. Develop and implement equipment calibration and maintenance schedules. Bring new ideas to increase productivity, eliminate waste and improve product quality. Qualifications High School Degree or equivalent College or post-high school training with an emphasis in STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) preferred. At least 5 years of experience in a test laboratory Experience leading a team of technicians in a laboratory setting Strong understanding of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Strong project management and organizational skills Strong data organization and data analysis skills Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as with small teams Demonstrated mechanical aptitude strongly preferred Experience working in Six Sigma environment preferred Additional Information What to Do Next: Please attach your resume including links to your portfolio where applicable. If you want to show your super powers in other ways - include that information too. You can be sure that Cricut is an employer who values individuality, equality and diversity, so tell us what you're all about. If you are a Maker or a DIY enthusiast, whether you think you are a good one or not, we would love to hear about it when you send us your information. At Cricut, we celebrate inclusion and diversity. Cricut is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit. Cricut prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, nationality, citizenship, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, or any other unlawful consideration. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Cricut participates in E-Verify.