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Element Materials Technology Associate Test Technician in Kitchener, Ontario
Overview
Element has an opportunity for Associate Test Technicians to join our rapidly expanding team in Kitchener, ON. 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
Adhere and apply to Element safety procedure and requirements
Review and understand technical test specifications with attention to detailed requirements
Design/build modular test stands/fixtures with instrumentation for product testing. (Ex: Test stands/fixtures for environmental exposures, vibration, durability, hydraulics, etc.)
Execute and assist materials tests including but not limited to environmental simulation, durability, tensile, impact, shock, corrosion, vibration, microscopy etc.
Testing of a variety of materials and products including, plastics, metals, fabrics, electro-mechanical or electronic assemblies with applications in automotive, military, aerospace, electronics or consumer goods industries
Set-up and verification of test equipment
Test notes and record keeping with attention to detail according to Quality Manual and Standard Operating Procedures
Computer data entry and report generating from standard templates
Project and technical time tracking via computerized time management system
Assistance and support the team to ensure daily testing and reporting and commitments are completed
Adherence and contribution to Element’s Quality System and Standard Operating Procedures as assigned
Skills / Qualifications
College Graduate or higher qualification
2 years relevant experience
MS Office (Word, Excell and Outlook) and Contact Management System
Data acquisition and signal conditioners
Physical fitness and ability to withstand the challenging working conditions
Strong and determined quality focus with indefatigable determination to get the job done
Detail oriented and self-motivated team player with excellent organizational and communication skills
Willingness to embrace new skills and apply them in a practical context is considered prerequisite
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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.
Job Locations CA-ON-Kitchener
ID 2024-13945