Lab Student

Description

Job Summary

In this role, the Laboratory Student will work under the direction of the Lab Supervisor , perform various testing throughout product lifecycle, from initial concept tests, feasibility, engineering , R&D, process validation, and design verification testing activities. The individual will bring excellent analytical, technical, and organizational talent to the execution of development projects at West.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Working according to Lab procedures. Accustomed to using current Good Laboratory Practices and Good Documentation Practices.
• Provides a “Customer Service” attitude when interacting with internal and external customers while accomplishing work, production, and achieving quality standards.
• Prepares test samples according to work instructions and procedures for testing.
• Follows protocols required for Feasibility, Engineering, Design Verification testing and recording data.
• Performs and documents engineering and verification testing activities under the supervision of the Lab Supervisor for a product (or product family).
• Participates in the execution of Gage R&R and qualification of engineering test fixtures, assembly fixtures, test methods used in the development process.
• Experienced in the use of laboratory equipment, such as tensile/compression/torque testing machines (Testometric, Instron), Magnifying Glass, Analytical Balance, Digital Pipette, Viscometer, Data Logger, Environmental Chamber, etc.
• Performs regularly scheduled general preventative maintenance activities on laboratory tools, equipment, and machinery.
• Assist the Lab engineering team in the development of test methods, work instructions, and other as required.
• Creates necessary documentation in support of assigned activities in compliance with West QMS.
  
  

• Education: Technician\ Practical Engineer diploma\ Student for relevant file
  
  

• A similar experience from a medical device company- an advantage
  
  

• Technical experience performing testing on medical devices.
• This position requires a highly organized personwith work ethic .
• Proficient in MS Office suite including PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Must be able to perform job duties as required with limited physical demands.
• Must be able to work assigned shift(s) with overtime as required to complete assignments if necessary.
• Relevant work history and/or experience may be considered in lieu of degree.