Laboratory Analyst

The Laboratory Technician will perform routine laboratory tests to determine the performance, chemical and/or physical composition of Furniture or Toys and Juvenile Products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine laboratory testing, following relevant company's Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and methods.
• Validate performance on methods as required.
• Test to applicable standards (ASTM, CSPA, ISO, SSC, etc.) and customer specific protocols.
• Develop, write, review, perform and validate test methods, laboratory SOPs, and other department level operating and quality documents.
• Ensure compliance with all required local and federal safety processes and procedures.
• Assist in internal support to marketing, sales, customer service and laboratory operations regarding test, report and other technical information.
• Demonstrate good and safe work habits and enforce a clean working environment.
• Perform general upkeep and housekeeping of the laboratory.
• Accurately complete and maintain all laboratory reports.
• May also have prep or field responsibilities, as required by business needs.
• May be required to receive, sort, log client samples into the data base, and prepare sample labels.
• May be required to archive, return, or dispose of client samples as per established procedure.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly Quality Assurance/Quality Control checks on equipment.
• Assist in keeping inventory of laboratory chemicals and equipment necessary for the day to day functioning of the laboratory and in compiling list of supplies to be ordered when needed.
• Assist in calibration / verification tasks and other ISO 17025 related activities.
• Ensure all personal protective equipment (PPE) relevant for tasks is worn at all times.
• Adhere to internal standards, policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• This position performs performance, chemical and physical testing of toy, juvenile products, children's products, and furniture consumer products learning multiple industry methods.

Requirements:

• Associate degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering OR equivalent combination of education and experience (Required)
• 2-5 years working in relevant SBU industrial/lab/field setting with experience following strict safety standards (Preferred)

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for full time employees.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• A dynamic, collaborative work environment.
• Access to cutting-edge cryptographic technology and tools.

Physical Demands of the Job:

• Stand: Occasionally
• Move or traverse: Frequently
• Sit: Constantly
• Use hands: Constantly
• Reach with hands and arms: Occasionally
• Climb or balance: Occasionally
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: Occasionally
• Talk/hear: Constantly
• Taste/Smell: Occasionally
• Lift/carry/push or pull: Occasionally 30 lbs