Laboratory Technician - EFP

Due to the continued growth of our Cold Chain Business, we are adding a Laboratory Technician to our Cold Chain team in the greater Nashville area (La Vergne, TN)

The Laboratory Technician will work with laboratory personnel to design and qualify cold chain packaging solutions. The position will be responsible for designing thermal packaging solutions, performing qualification testing, analyzing test results, and creating detailed documentation for clients to use at their packaging facility or to analyze testing results. The position will also provide guidance to sales associates and clients for both their packaging solution and packaging process.

The Laboratory Technician will report to the Cold Chain Laboratory Manager.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performing thermal laboratory testing using standard testing methods including the utilization of Thermal Testing Chambers, Heat Flow Meter, and Hot Disc.
• Performing physical laboratory testing including drop testing, compression testing, and vibration testing.
• Preparing samples and measuring equipment for testing based upon the testing schedule.
• Creating documents involved with laboratory testing including lab reports, testing protocols, and technical drawings.
• Performing calibration and preventative maintenance of laboratory equipment and measuring devices.
• Designing cold chain packaging solutions for clients using industry knowledge, Solidworks Flow Simulation software, and the guidance of members of the EFP Center of Excellence team.
• Working on projects in conjunction with other members of the EFP Center of Excellence including research and development, new products, and developing new testing methods.
• Hosting clients and other visitors to the Center of Excellence as well as giving tours of the laboratory area.
• Accompanying sales team personnel on sales calls to act as a cold chain industry expert.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of evolving cold chain and general packaging trends, testing methods, software, and industry standards.
• Assisting in the training of new laboratory employees.
• Participating in 5S and Lean programs.

Qualifications :

• Position requires a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology, Chemistry, or a comparable science related discipline and 2 years of laboratory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. ISTA CTP Level 1 or Level 2 Certification is preferred.

• Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) is required. Experience using 3D CAD with Solidworks is preferred.
• Working knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and ability to take accurate and relevant notes is required.
• The position requires strong organization and problem solving skills.
• Must have exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including listening skills.
• Must demonstrate a high level of professionalism in meetings with potential and current clients, internal team members, and other stakeholders.
• Must be self-motivated, effective at working independently or in teams, and committed to meeting deadlines.
• Working knowledge of thermodynamics and transfer of energy is preferred.
• Cold chain shipping and packaging design experience is preferred.
• Position requires occasional overnight business travel.

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