Laboratory Assistant - 2nd Shift

UL Solutions is hiring a Laboratory Assistant to join our Fiber Analysis lab at the Retail and Consumer Products Center of Excellence.

This role is on 2nd Shift, which is 2pm to 10:30pm, Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision, performs specialized laboratory testing and analyses.  
• Determines and assigns testing to samples submitted to the laboratory. 
• Performs selection and collection of test specimens.  
• Perform routine tests and procedures and utilizes AATCC practices and internal SOPs.
• Performs complex/non-routine or detailed tests and analyses.
• Performs calculations, prepares reports, and assesses proper calibration and standardization of equipment and procedures.
• Implements tests and procedures requiring selection and adaptation of test equipment and test procedures with lab management supervision.
• Records and analyzes data and prepares written reports.
• Builds and/or adapts basic setup and test equipment for performance of tests.
• Performs tests using general laboratory equipment.
• Performs routine care of designated test equipment and work area.
• Operates computer terminal to extract/input readily available information and to use available software.
• As directed follows defined test plans and datasheets.
• Evaluates test performance and sample operation to properly evaluate test results.
• Records and explains test results.
• Reads and interprets results of tests.
• Prepares charts, graphs and reports to explain test results.
• Examines test samples, reads measuring instruments and reviews test data with supervisor.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams and operational instructions.
• As instructed examines customer samples and learns to operate basic tests for each case.
• Communicates with customers during setup and operation to ensure proper evaluation.
• Operates designated laboratory equipment and tools as directed.
• Receives instructions from and reports data to  engineers and other laboratory technician staff.
• Records observed or calculated data on appropriate data sheets.
• Develops working knowledge of the job, methods, instrumentation and systems.
• Integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.
• Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.
• Performs other duties as directed.

Qualifications

• Some university education (equivalent to an Associate’s degree) in Chemistry or a related discipline, plus generally two years of laboratory experience.

• Knowledge of wet chemistry techniques, including titrations and microscopic analysis.

• Effective communication skills and ability to interact with customers.

• Desire to work in a team-oriented environment.

• Ability to use Microsoft Office suite is a must.

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