Elkton, MD, US
34 days ago
Laboratory Technician II, Test & Evaluation

Terumo Medical Corporation (TMC) develops, manufactures, and markets a complete, solutions-based portfolio of high-quality medical devices used in a broad range of applications for numerous areas of the healthcare industry. TMC places a premium on providing customers with world-class products, training and education programs that drive clear economic value, better clinical outcomes and improved quality of life for patients. TMC is part of Tokyo-based Terumo Corporation; one of the world’s leading medical device manufacturers with $6+ billion in sales, 30,000+ employees worldwide and operations in more than 160 nations. Terumo Medical Corporation is comprised of two strategic business divisions: Terumo Interventional Systems and Terumo Medical Products.

We believe that the future is bright for everyone at Terumo. We work with the future in mind to generate lasting change, create a bigger impact and produce greater outcomes for today, and for decades to come.

At Terumo we believe in the power of personal growth and will encourage you to get in the driver's seat - progressing in the direction you want to go by deepening your skills throughout your career. We want you to be bold, think outside the box, experiment, innovate and deliver what's next for quality healthcare. You will be part of a collaborative, respectful and resilient team of associates and leaders around the world, working together as partners to achieve more than you thought possible, providing real-world, impactful solutions for patients.

Join us and help shape wherever we go next!

Advancing healthcare with heart

 

 

 

 

Job Summary

The Test & Evaluation Laboratory Test Technician II position self-sufficiently supports the testing of devices as part of the product development process. The position is also responsible for testing support of competitor product evaluations for marketing information.  Assisting in preparing the lab for simulated clinical evaluations and new product pilot lines is also included in the position. An additional responsibility is supporting the acquisition, and validation of lab equipment.

Job Details/Responsibilities Associate is responsible to follow requirements of TMC Quality System; including but not limited to: document/data control, compliance with procedures, and change control practices. Perform engineering testing on prototype, pre-production, and/ or final design products.  Testing performed typically includes: Mechanical testing (Instron), lubricity/durability testing (OakRiver), packaging / shipping distribution, Dimensional testing (CMM, Digital measuring microscopes, Keyence, laser micrometer, calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, pin gauges, rulers, protractors), visual inspections, leak testing (Uson, Pressure gauges), Etc. Assist engineering in developing test methods and support test method validations. Assists engineers with data compiling, test summaries, and technical reports. Use good documentation practices. (Maintain lab notebook, datasheets, and other quality records) Ensure laboratory and equipment are organized and maintained. Maintain inventory of laboratory supplies.  Utilize SAP to submit purchase requisitions as needed.  Support other lab and department operations tasks as needed. Compensation and Benefits

We provide competitive and comprehensive benefit options that allow you to design your own plan based on your individual needs which include: paid vacation, paid holidays, health, dental and vision benefits, 401(k), with matching contributions, tax advantage savings accounts, legal plan, voluntary life and AD&D insurance, voluntary long-term disability, short term disability, critical illness and accident insurance, parental leave, personal leave, tuition reimbursement, travel assistance, and an employee assistance program.

Rate of pay:  $53,000 - $79,000/year

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) Requires a logical thought process and decision-making ability to make test acceptability decisions based upon quality criteria, engineering criteria, testing results, and product requirements.  Effective communication and organizational skills. General computer skills Demonstrated ability to keep neat, accurate, and complete records and logs. Mathematical knowledge and aptitude, including algebra and utilization of sampling plans/statistical charts. Demonstrates proficiency with operation of testing equipment (i.e. calipers, micrometers, microscope, optical comparator, Instron, Laser Mic, Lubricity Tester, etc.). Demonstrated ability using SAP Ariba order management systems or similar. Requires the ability to solve basic problems and recommend solutions.   Requires ability to notice trends and differences in raw data. Must have 20/20, equivalent, or corrected vision. Qualifications/ Background Experiences Requires a high school diploma. 3-5 years of previous experience in laboratory science, engineering test support or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.

It is Terumo’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As a Company, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment.

We provide competitive and comprehensive benefit options that allow you to design your own plan based on your individual needs which include: paid vacation, paid holidays, health, dental and vision benefits, 401(k), with matching contributions, tax advantage savings accounts, legal plan, voluntary life and AD&D insurance, voluntary long-term disability, short term disability, critical illness and accident insurance, parental leave, personal leave, tuition reimbursement, travel assistance, and an employee assistance program.

 

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