Test Lab Technician

Company: Guardian
Location: Pasadena
Posted on: August 1, 2022

Job Description:

Guardian is looking for a Test Lab Technician to join our team. This position will be based out of our HQ in Pasadena, TX working out of our new test lab! Looking for someone who has prior experience working in a lab that is eager open to learn. Prior experience in fall protection not required.
The role will involve undertaking physical testing and reporting of fall protection, drop prevention, lifting equipment, engineering systems, foreign material exclusion (FME), environmental testing and generating test reports and communicating/supporting the product development, engineering, and compliance teams throughout the entire product development cycle and beyond.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducting testing for all organizational product offerings, including, but not limited to Fall protection, drop prevention, Lifting equipment, Engineering systems, Foreign Material Exclusion (FME), and Environmental testing
• Generating written and digital test reports
• Logging test data and tracking of key performance metrics
• Analyzing test data and formulating performance-based predictions
• Preparing test samples prior to conducting testing
• Supporting the compliance team through creation and upkeeping of technical documentation
• Maintain tidiness of test lab and sample storage.
• Disassembly and sorting of test samples for recycling/scrappage
• Support the engineering team through modification and testing of prototypes
• May also be required to support compliance team when dealing with key stakeholders and
• adhering to site and laboratory safety procedures
• Ensure auditable data is produced in line with quality processes
• Assist in creation of and follow project plans, standard operating procedures, and risk assessments
• Support in the development of test methods and procedures
• Identification of corrective action to allow further product development.
  REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Proficiency and Knowledge of working in a testing laboratory
  • Associates Degree and 1+ years related experience or 5+ years in industry specific related experience, if no degree
  • Proficiency in ISO 17025 - Laboratory Management Systems
  • Proficiency in ISO 9001 - Management Systems
  • Knowledge of Voluntary Consensus Standards (ANSI, CSA, EN, ASTM, ISO)
  • Advanced skills in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. General proficiency in Windows and Adobe Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
  • Demonstrated knowledge of warehouse material handling processes and related code requirements
  • Ability to use critical thinking and evaluating EHS risks
  • Demonstrated strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Excellent written and verbal English language skills required
  • Ability to effectively present information in business-friendly and user-friendly language and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers.
  • Proven ability to successfully handle multiple projects and meet critical deadlines --- Highly self-motivated and self-EHS directed
  • Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
  • Strong analytical thinking, problem solving skills and communications skills (both written and oral) with keen attention to detail
  • Previous ability to interact with engineering independently and successfully, business development, project management and sales groups
  • Some domestic travel may be required (
    PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
    • This position requires sitting for extended amounts of time. Some lifting, bending, reaching, and squatting throughout the shift while filing, sorting and moving product. Must be able to lift, pull, push, and move up to 40 pounds.

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