Central Laboratory Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

THE COMPANY

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent, and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic, and transportation. In 2023, Continental generated sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 countries and markets.

ContiTech is one of the world’s leading industry specialists. The Continental group sector offers its customers connected, environment-friendly, safe, and convenient industry and service solutions using a range of materials for off-highway applications, on rails and roads, in the air, under and above the ground, in industrial environments, for the food sector and the furniture industry. With about 42,000 employees in more than 40 countries and sales of some 6.8 billion euros (2023), the global industrial partner is active with core branches in Asia, Europe and North and South America.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Operate various laboratory equipment and perform tests using written procedures, specifications, and test methods.
• Meticulously document all aspects of test projects including notes, calculations and other relevant detail.
• Assist with routine user-level equipment maintenance and calibration.
• Review complex test plans and related specifications and test methods and determine appropriate timeline and critical path to fulfill all requirements.
• Under the supervision of the project manager, coordinate all test activities for assigned projects. May include complex long-term projects 3-6 months to complete.
• Effectively manage project workload to meet timing expectations.
• Document weekly updates for all long-term projects and participate in project review meetings as needed.
• Continuously monitor and, as appropriate, report the status of equipment performance, maintenance issues, and inventory of consumable laboratory supplies.
• Assist with benchmark and research projects which are defined and assigned on a case-by-case basis.
• Assist with special projects such as customer complaints, multi-lab round robin, MSA, etc.
• Understand and assist with maintaining basic laboratory quality requirements including IATF 16949 and ISO 17025.

THE ENVIRONMENT

Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures and guidelines must always be adhered to.  Applicants must be able to work in a manufacturing industrial environment and be able to wear personal protective equipment such as safety boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.  The use of a respirator may be required for specific job departments.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

• Two years of college-level training in mathematics and/or physical sciences or equivalent experience.
• Ability to plan and perform duties working from standard procedures, test methods and work instructions.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong software skills including MS Word and Excel.
• Specific experience and skill in using MAPPER preferred.
• High level of organizational skills and detail oriented.
• Strong analytical / mathematical skills
• Able to work in industrial manufacturing environment
• Excellent attendance record
• Able to multi-task and communicate well with others
• Must be able to work in the US without visa or other sponsorship
• Continental is not able to pay relocation expenses for this opportunity

THE PERKS

• Competitive Pay
• Immediate Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discounts, including tire discounts
• Competitive Bonus Program
• Employer 401(k) Match
• On-Site Gym
• And more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.