Title: Laboratory Assistant
Location: Bentonville, AR 72712 
Duration: 12 Months

Qualifications:

• Must have great attention to detail. Knowledge of fabric is a plus, but not a requirement.

Responsibilities:

• The laboratory assistant works with our senior staff to process lab samples, perform tests, and record and analyze results. 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.
• Bachelors degree in a relevant scientific field and a good understanding of laboratory information systems and laboratory equipment.

 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 16.00/hr.