UL Solutions · 5 hours ago
Laboratory Technician
Northbrook, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$42K/yr - $56K/yr
3+ years expUL Solutions is a global leader in applied safety science, focusing on transforming safety, security, and sustainability challenges. The Laboratory Technician will be responsible for setting up and performing equipment tests, evaluating test performance, and communicating with clients to ensure proper evaluation of test results.
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Responsibilities
Responsible for the setup and performance of equipment and test setups for clients
Builds and/or adapts setup and test equipment for performance of tests
Examines test samples and reads blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, measuring instruments, and operational instructions
Follows basically defined test plans and datasheets
Evaluates test performance and sample operation to properly evaluate test results
Records and explains test results and completes test report
Builds and/or adapts setup and test equipment to new situations, based on data sheets and instructions from engineering department personnel
May direct staff in test setups
Examines less complex customer samples and learns to operate appropriate tests for each case with necessary supervision/support
Communicates with customers during setup and operation to ensure proper evaluation
Operates designated machines and special laboratory equipment
Performs routine maintenance of designated test equipment and laboratory area
May perform basic calibration of test equipment
Reads and understands specific test standards and testing technology for scope of responsibility with necessary supervision/support
Initiates recommendations for new equipment designs and recommends solutions to observed test problems
Receives instructions from and reports data to engineers and engineering management
May communicate with clients during test setups to discuss test methods and/or test results
Operates with minimal supervision within defined limits of responsibility
Records observed or calculated data on appropriate UL forms and prepares data sheets and test reports
May plan tests, evaluate test results and report opinions and interpretations, as directed. Integrates basic continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job
Communicates with management and technical staff to provide suggestions for new equipment, processes, and forms to improve accuracy and efficiencies
Qualification
Required
Higher Secondary Education plus three years related experience preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite is required
Effective communication skills and ability to interact with customers
Proven ability to be innovative and creative
Desire to work in a team-oriented environment
Ability to incorporate automation into day-to-day testing
Benefits
Annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 5% of the base salary
Health benefits such as medical, dental and vision
Wellness benefits such as mental and financial health
Retirement savings (401K)
Paid time off including vacation (15 days)
Holiday including floating holidays (12 days)
Sick time off (72 hours)
Company
UL Solutions
UL Solutions is a safety science company that promotes safety science through research and investigation.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2024 (6)
2023 (7)
2021 (4)
2020 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.25B2025-12-03Post Ipo Secondary· $975M
2025-10-28Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-09-05Post Ipo Secondary· $980M
Leadership Team
Jennifer Scanlon
President & CEO
Scott. D'Angelo
Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary
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