Laboratory Assistant

2 months ago

Telford, United Kingdom Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Full time

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At UL, we know why we come to work.:
Thousands of us around the world wake up every day with a common purpose to make the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place. Science is in our DNA; we are endlessly curious and passionate about seeking and speaking the truth.

We take delight in knowing that our work makes a meaningful contribution to society, and we are proud that our culture is centered on integrity, collaboration, inclusion and excellence.

UL Solutions stands at the forefront of technological advancement, and we are continually challenged to find new ways to foster innovation and positive change. Satisfying? Yes. Exciting? Absolutely

What you’ll learn & achieve:
The Laboratory Assistant will report to the Laboratory Leader, typically working outside in all weathers and performing manually challenging work. Under mínimal supervision, you will conduct investigations by assembling test set-ups/rigs, record test data, conduct tests, and assemble and disassemble products, materials, and equipment.

Working in accordance with internal processes, testing standards, H&S, ISO 17025 and UL procedures as, the Laboratory Assistant will examine basic customer samples and conducts basic laboratory tests.

You will follow defined test plans and data sheets, communicate with customers during set-up and operation to ensure proper evaluation. You will also successfully partner with Laboratory and Engineering teams to projects are completed in a timely manner with high quality.

**Responsibilities**:

- Builds and/or adapts basic setup and test equipment for performance of tests
- Performs tests using general laboratory equipment
- Performs routine care of designated test equipment and work area
- As directed follows defined test plans and datasheets
- Evaluates test performance and sample operation to properly evaluate test results
- Reads and interprets results of tests. Prepares charts, graphs and reports to explain test results
- Examines test samples, reads measuring instruments and reviews test data with supervisor
- As instructed examines customer samples and learns to operate basic tests for each case
- Communicates with customers during setup and operation to ensure proper evaluation
- Operates designated machines, special laboratory equipment and tools as directed
- Performs routine maintenance of designated test equipment and work area
- Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct, and follow all physical and digital security practices
- Perform risk assessments

What makes you a great fit:
We are seeking an individual who wishes to pursue a career within a truly international organisation, following a career path within a laboratory testing setting. Experience within our industry is not required, as full training will be given. However, we are seeking someone who is motivated, willing to learn and can adapt to a changing environment.

You should be willing and able to quickly learn the standards that UL Solutions works to, whilst also learning new technical concepts and processes. You will also have the following:
**Essential skills**:

- Higher Secondary education
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work in a team, but also work independently
- Can use Microsoft Office

**Desirable skills**:

- Can interpret technical information/drawings
- Exposure to a similar environment, such as construction/builders’ yard or site, factory or warehouse
- Knowledge of testing standards

What you’ll experience working at UL:

- **Mission **For UL Solutions, corporate and social responsibility isn’t new. Making the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place has been our business model for the last 127 years and is deeply engrained in everything we do.
- ** People **Ask any UL Solutions employee what they love most about working here, and you’ll almost always hear, “the people.” Going beyond what is possible is the standard at UL. We’re able to deliver the best because we employ the best.
- ** Interesting work **Every day is different for us here as we eagerly anticipate the next innovation that our customer s create. We’re inspired to take on the challenge that will transform how people live, work and play. And as a global company, in many roles, you will get international experience working with colleagues around the world.
- ** Grow & Achieve **We learn, work and grow together with targeted development, reward and recognition programs as well as our very own UL University that offers extensive training programs for employees at all stages, including a technical training track for applicable roles.
- ** Total Rewards** All employees at UL are eligible for bonus compensation. We provide competitive salaries and a range of benefits designed to look after you. We also provide employees with paid time off including vacation, holiday, sick and volunteer time off.

Learn More:
Working at UL Solutions is an exciting journey that twists and turns daily. We thrive in the twi

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