Target PR: $25-28/hr

2-3 month contract (short term role)

Onsite in Libertyville, IL

*Open to a fresh Grad- Must have some research laboratory experience*

II. RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate will have responsibilities for:

• Building prototypes according to detailed instructions and drawings.
• Preparing material and/or product samples for testing per test method instructions.
• Performing laboratory testing per established test methods and/or protocols.
• Creating and maintaining effective and accurate records
• Utilizing the electronic document management system to create and maintain electronic laboratory notebook entries
• Generating basic MS Excel spreadsheets of test results
• Performing weekly eye wash and safety shower inspections
• Performing routine preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Organizing and cleaning lab spaces as needed
• Identifying inefficiencies and roadblocks in own work
• Participating in gauge R&Rs for test methods
• Completing ongoing training requirements
• Other duties as assigned

III. QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience / Education Requirements

• 2-year associate degree, Trade Certification or Bachelor’s in a technical field and 0 - 2 years of experience working as a technician in an industrial/research laboratory setting, medical device industry preferred
• Ability to work under the direction of other technicians, engineers, or scientists
• Demonstrates working knowledge of technologies and processes used by the technical function
• Strong communication skills, both orally and technical writing skills
• Demonstrates a functional understanding of experimental design
• Is familiar with equipment and processes used in new product development laboratories, for example leak testers, heat sealers, etc.
• Familiar with Universal Test Equipment and Software
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite, including Excel
• Possesses rote problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with medical device quality and regulatory systems preferred