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We are seeking a Lab Technician to become an integral part of our team!
We offer competitive starting pay and a full array of benefits including ESOP, 401(k), Low-Deductible Medical, Dental and Life Insurance. The Okonite Company is 100% employee owned.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Lab Technician is responsible for testing all incoming raw materials to manufacturing standards, manufacturing specifications, and technical requirements. This position also assists with in-process testing as determined by management and finish cable testing on all customer orders based on customer specifications.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Inspection and testing of incoming raw materials.
- In-process testing for process control of machines and materials.
- Preparation and control of inspection sheets and data that is needed for customer's CTRs.
- Finish cable testing for customer's CTRs.
- Implementation and control Material Hold Notification.
- Computer literacy for input and output of lab data and reports.
- Control of certified test reports from vendors.
- Participate in customer inspections and visits.
- Work with and develop SPC programs.
- Interface with other manufacturing and technical functions.
- Document control of technical requirements.
- Good understanding of scheduling, testing and shipping needs.
- A desire for continuous improvement.
- Enforcement/ comply with safety/ environmental policies.
- Assist in secondary calibration program.
- Interpret specifications.
- Use and understand mechanical and electric testing equipment.
- Assist manufacturing engineering when requested.
- Perform plant level calibration (i.e. lab oven, micrometers, etc.)
- Provide failure analysis as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Proficient with MS Office software
- Good housekeeping practices
- Good communication skills - both verbal and written
- 10-Key Data Entry and Typing
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:
- High School graduate.
- Previous lab and/or manufacturing experience preferred.
- 2 - 3 years clerical experience.
This description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the position. Duties may be assigned, removed or modified at any time.
In June 1976, Okonite became the largest company in the United States to be owned by its employees through an Employees' Stock Ownership Trust. As such, Okonite employees have a unique vested interest in the quality and service we provide.
Today, Okonite is headquartered in Ramsey NJ, approximately 30 miles northwest of New York City. At our six (6) manufacturing facilities, we make cables that range from 300V to 345kV insulated products that include Instrumentation, Power and Control, Medium Voltage, and High Voltage cables.
Okonite serves a multitude of markets including Electric Utility (Distribution, Transmission, and Generation including fossil and nuclear), Oil & Gas (refineries and production platforms), Chemical, Military bases, Railroad, Transit and Pulp & Paper. In addition, we provide cables to various other industrial customers in areas of Hospitals, Colleges & Universities, Water Treatment Plants and Data Centers. With today's focus on renewable energy, Okonite cables can be found at Wind Farms, Solar Farms, and Biofuel generating facilities.
