Test Engineer jobs in Pittsfield, MA

Technician I  

Intertek, a leading provider of ATIC (Assurance, Testing, Inspection, Certification) Services is looking for an Entry Level Technician to join our Plastics Testing Lab at Pittsfield, MA. This individual will be a critical member of our operations team responsible for providing a diverse range of plastics testing and characterization services to global polymer manufacturers, compounders, fabricators, and end-users.  

Our Value Proposition 

We offer a salary and benefits package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement and more. In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we offer: 

• Day to day variety with the ability to work on high profile projects 
• Flexible work schedule
• Work in a great location near Berkshire Mountains
• Opportunity for growth (over 100 locations with opportunity for growth/advancement/relocation) 
• Employee referral bonuses 

What you’ll do:

Under immediate supervision, this position is an entry level position responsible for performing standard tests related to the characterization of plastics according to standardized test methods.  Equipment and test methods are specified, and routine procedures are followed.

• Prepare and setup test equipment in proper sequence, to include use of notebooks where applicable, to obtain proper operation. 
• Ask for required checks and project proofs during testing.
• Perform tests for data as requested by the customer.
• Record data and write reports in standardized formats.
• Report any observations, for example inconsistent data, to management.
• Performing other work as required.

What it takes to be successful in this role:

• High school diploma or GED and 1 year of relevant experience or the equivalent in terms of education, experience and training.
• Injection molding experience a plus

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Ability to utilize basic shop equipment and various hand tools
• Ability to review, understand, and convey technical information in an effective manner
• Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out test instructions
• Ability to deal with standard testing situations with only occasional or no variables
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
• Strong communication skills, in both verbal and written formats
• Must be quality driven and customer focused.
• Microsoft Office software proficiency, including Word, Excel and Outlook

Why work at Intertek?

Intertek is a world leader in the $250 billion Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. At Intertek, we exercise our spirit of innovation, the passion of our people and our unmatched customer commitment to realize our purpose of making the world an ever better, safer, and more sustainable place for all. Learn more about Our History and What We Do.

What we have to offer:

When Working with Intertek, you can expect salary and benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement and more.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, all hires are required to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Intertek believes that Our People are our strongest tool for success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status or on the basis of disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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