Research Technician

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Be visionary Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Performs and/or directs others in the installation, operation, repair and servicing of laboratory and field prototype models and test equipment. Conducts a variety of complex tests. Works independently and with technical managers, chemists, and laboratory technicians. Required to make independent decisions on implementing and coordinating the work assigned. Performs complex jobs and coordinates tasks of lower rated employees when required. Demonstrates knowledge of laboratory safety protocol and is takes lead role with customers and co-workers with questions around proper procedures and established protocols.

• Conducts the most complicated tests developing specific methods in accordance with the general test requirements and approved procedures.
• Sees and reviews all available information to become familiar with test objectives and to set up test equipment.
• Aligns or coordinates alignment of instruments and equipment with items to be tested and records data as the test progresses.
• Performs routine instrument maintenance.
• Updates logbook documenting instrument and equipment performance.
• Observes equipment for indications of failure or malfunction and repairs or adjusts components as required.
• Conducts complicated tests or portions thereof, in accordance with approved test procedures.
• Prepares test reports covering the results of tests conducted. Writes comprehensive description of test setup and procedures used, pertinent observations, and test results.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
• Stops work without fear of reprisal for unsafe conditions potentially affecting personnel safety or environmental risk.
• Qualify and maintain proficiency as a Laboratory Technician.
• Ensures good housekeeping and combustible loading requirements are met.
• Conducts process operations in accordance with approved programs, procedures, and As Low as Reasonably Achievable principles.
• Perform work as a laboratory technician responsible for preparing reagents, columns, and lab consumables.
• Track lab inventory of consumables and supplies and restock as necessary.
• Perform sample dilutions and sample preparation support.
• Performs walkdowns and validations for laboratory processes and procedures.
• Assist Technical Support Manager in interpreting sample results and maintaining product data reports.
• Supports the execution of Integrated Safety Management System (ISMS) guiding principles and core functions and the Isotek Safety Culture.
• Notifies Isotek Management of incidents, occurrences, abnormal occurrences, deficiencies, non-conformances and other noteworthy conditions or activities, as required.

This job has no supervisory responsibilities, however, will mentor and provide high level technical training and guidance to employees within the department.

• Oral/Written Communication – Listens and gets clarification;
  Responds well to questions;
  Records data;
  Writes clearly and informatively;
  Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork – Gives and welcomes feedback;
  Contributes to building a positive team spirit;
  Supports everyone’s effort to succeed.
• Ethics – Treats people with respect;
  Works with integrity and ethically.
• Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures;
  Supports organization’s goals and values.
• Planning/Organizing – Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism – Approaches other in a tactful manner;
  Accepts responsibility for own actions;
  Follows through on…