Technician I Labs - Willow Run/Plastic Certification Lab

Job DescriptionNSF is looking for a Technician I for the Engineering Plastic Certification Lab at the Willow Run location.Responsibilities Under supervision, perform basic laboratory tasks (i.e. making batch water, distribute and track samples, laboratory housekeeping/maintenance, and prepare or pre-treat samples). Perform all applicable corporate and laboratory quality control procedures and policies. Perform exposure/prep methods for varied product types. Prepare all records (electronic data, folders and forms) in a timely, thorough and neat manner. Use the laboratory information systems and sample tracking procedures, as applicable. Using MSDS’s work with various chemicals, solvents, acids, and bases. Participate in rotation of work schedules. Maintain a clean work area. Perform other duties as requested. Adhere to the safety and health policies and procedures. Qualifications High school diploma Good written and verbal communication skills. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc. Excellent attention to detail. Ability to organize work and maintain work flow with minimal direction Preferred Qualifications Associate’s degree in a physical science or equivalent laboratory experience. Good organization skills and the ability to follow written and verbal directions. Familiarity with quality procedures. Familiarity with general laboratory equipment and procedures. Physical Demands Frequent Light physical effort required for (ability to lift and manipulate test samples or move 5 to 10lbs. from one area to another). Periodic Medium and heavy physical effort (ability to lift and manipulate test samples or move up to 20 lbs. alone, or more with group or mechanical assistance). Standing for long periods of time is necessary periodically. Working with various organic solvents, chemical analytes, reagents, acids, and bases is necessary. Safety glasses must be worn at all times in lab areas. Work Environment Work is performed in a laboratory environment. Fast paced, hands on work environment. Smoke free work environment. May be exposed to allergens if working with Dietary supplement products. About UsNSF is a growing global public health and safety organization. Our mission is to protect and improve human and planet health by enabling safe food, clean water and life-enhancing health technologies and products for millions of people around the world. We do so by developing standards, testing, auditing, certifying, and providing advisory services to clients in the food, water, health sciences and consumer industries.Our nearly 3,000 employees provide services in over 180 countries through many of our global offices, at our 35,000 client sites, from home offices and in state-of-the-art laboratories. We’re growing fast and expanding into new areas such as sustainability and digital. And that’s where you come in. Come join a team that makes a difference in the world.More information about NSF can be found at nsf.orgOne of our core values is We Are One NSF. This means that while we’re one team, we embrace the cultural, ethnic, language and demographic diversity that reflects the societies in which we live and work. NSF is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.About The TeamOur NSF Labs Organization is widely recognized for its scientific and technical expertise in the health and environmental sciences. NSF operates more than 320,000 square feet of state-of-the-art laboratory space and serves companies in more than 173 countries worldwide.