Engineering Lab Technician

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Lab, inventory, and equipment maintenance

• Supports in 6S and lean initiatives in the laboratories

• Supports work related to process improvements in the lab

• Prepares worksheets for data collection, performs data entry and analyzes test data.

• Interfaces with all functional departments by coordination manufacturing trial runs, sterilization and aging studies and also by assisting Engineer in project work

• performs test protocols and records appropriate information

• Builds custom prototype samples for development purposes

• Manages sample inventory from start to end of projects, real and accelerated aging, and general inventory

• Analyzes data on timely basis

• Plans and conducts projects on a limited scope or portions of a larger projects

• Engage others, promote, and participate in Environmental, Health, and Safety initiatives, focusing on continuous improvement

• Work on special projects as assigned by Lab Supervisor/Manager

Knowledge & Skills

• Familiar with basic mechanical and related to medical devices and practice is required

• Familiarity with reading and interpreting engineering drawings and documentation is preferred, but not required.

• Familiarity with Minitab or basic statistics terms

• Basic of QSSOPs, GMP/FDA/ISO 9001, etc., principles and ability to integrate into software engineering discipline.

• some knowledge of lean and Six Sigma Methods

Minimum Qualifications, Education & Experience

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• High School Diploma required along with either 1 year work experience as an engineering technician in a related position within a manufacturing or testing organization, or an associate's degree in a related Technical or engineering field

Work Environment

• This is largely a sedentary role.

• This job operates in a professional lab and office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment

• Work can be performed in a clean room environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time; depending on the machine they are operating

• Operator is required to use computer or touch screen to enter work order data

• Must be able to occasionally move and lift objects of up to 25 pounds

Qualifications:
Our engineering technicians' team is an integral part of our R&D organization supporting new product development and post-launch product evolution. Responsibilities include performing research, building prototypes, validating test methods, inspecting products, conducting tests, analyzing data, ensuring sites are safe and clean, and reporting to the Lab supervisor/Manager. This is an entry level position where the individual works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Key skills include an ability to troubleshoot equipment/testing, communicate effectively, and as well as demonstrating a basic understanding of engineering terminology and being able to work well in a team.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.