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As a member of the operations team, the 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 test technician 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.\nSalary: $21- $23/hr Depending on Experience\nResponsibilities\nResponsible for preparing material specimens (plastics, composites, some metals) for testing\nPerforms tests as directed by customer specifications upon completion of training\nAbility to communicate with customers as needed via email / telephone/ TEAMs\nPerforms regular maintenance on equipment and quality checks\nGathers and records test data via computer data entry (MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook)\nConstructs and maintains various test fixtures and other laboratory equipment to ensure proper working order with little supervision\nAnalyzes and compiles testing data from the tests performed\nAs needed, performs testing under supervisor or a senior test technician\nSkills / Qualifications\nHS diploma or GED certificate preferred. College or vocational school coursework welcomed but not required.\nWorking knowledge of laboratory safety\nPreferred 2 years’ experience in a testing environment or manufacturing\nBasic understanding of material testing concepts\nPossess computer skills (Microsoft Office Excel, Word, Outlook, TEAMs)\nAbility to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry a plus\nPhysical Demands:\nFrequency of required physical force: Minimum (moderate)\nLifting requirements: lifting 50 lbs. on occasion\nAbility to stand on feet for long periods of time\nAbility to lift 50+lbs periodically\nCompany Overview\nElement 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’.\nWhen 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.\nWhile 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.\nIndustries 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.\nDiversity Statement\nAt Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. 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