Associate Test Technician (Part-Time) Job Locations US-LA-Lafayette ID 2024-15165 Overview

Element has an opportunity for an *Part-Time* Associate Test Technician to join our rapidly expanding team in Lafayette LA. As a member of the operations team in one of the various laboratories across Element, the Associate Test Technician position performs a variety of routine and non-routine testing assignments within the department assigned and insures timely and accurate test results under direct supervision.  The technician positions must be proficient in a number of core business skills including but not limited to compliance to established safety rules, code of conduct, and company policies and procedures.

 

Responsibilities Prepare material specimens for testingPerform tests as directed by customer specificationsOperate under the supervision of a more senior test technician and/or a Department ManagerGather and record test dataConstruct and maintain various test fixtures and other laboratory equipment Skills / Qualifications Working knowledge of laboratory safetyHS diploma or GED certificate preferred. College or vocational school coursework welcomed0-2 years’ experience in a testing related fieldBasic understanding of testing conceptsPossess computer skills. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry a plus

Physical Demands:

Frequency of required physical force: Minimum (moderate).Lifting requirements: lifting <50 lbs. often and > 50 lbs. on occasionAbility to stand on feet for long periods of timeAbility to lift 50+lbs periodically

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Company Overview

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.

 

When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.

 

While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

 

Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

Diversity Statement

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.

 

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.