INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY – In-House Lab Lead, 1st Shift (On-site)

We are seeking an In-House Lab Lead 1st Shift to join our team. In this role you will be responsible for performing unique tests to verify the constructional integrity safety and quality of a variety of childrens products. The position requires running tests to make sure products comply with specifications laid out by ASTM to prevent accidents injuries and choking hazards. Applicants should possess vast knowledge of HJ and other intranet-based programs as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office programs such as Outlook Office and Excel. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail including the ability to follow written instructions to perform safety tests as required.

Please note that this position is open to internal candidates only. External candidates who apply will not be considered for this role.

A day on the job looks like this: 

• Performing routine physical/mechanical lab functions per test plan to support new product development as well as qualifying existing products 
• Conducting testing according to both internal and external requirements 
• Setting up adjusting calibrating and maintaining lab equipment and fixtures 
• Developing test methods and/or fixture(s)as necessary 
• Maintaining a clean and safe lab working environment 

Qualifications :

Got the skills and experience Heres what were looking for: 

• High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred 
• 2 years of experience in a similar role preferred 
• Excellent communication skills both written and spoken 
• Knowledge to perform tests using various tools 
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed 
• Must be a self-starter and capable of working independently 
• Must have good attendance and be reliable 

Additional Information :

And heres our end of the bargain! 

• Competitive compensation based on skills and experience and bonus eligible
• Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
• Excellent medical/dental and vision coverageEPO PPO and HSA
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
• Flexible benefitschoose what you like ignore the rest
• Generous employee discount
• Casual dressand we really mean it

At Lakeshore we know our diversity makes us stronger and when everyone feels included and valued we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers families and children we serve.

We know we couldnt do the extraordinary things were doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group Lakeshore is more than a great place to workits a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out we give everything weve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success were constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if youre a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference wed love to hear from you. 
 
To learn more about Lakeshore visit  Employment Opportunity Policy
People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill merit and mind-boggling talentnot based on race color creed sexual orientation gender or gender identity marital status domestic partnership status military status religion age national origin ancestry alienage AIDS or AIDS-related complex status genetic information predisposition or carrier status status as a victim of domestic violence physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things arent equal we all lose.

To learn about how we collect and use Applicant information please visit our Employee/Applicant Privacy Policy. 

Lakeshore is an E-Verify employer. We use E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.

Please see the E-Verify Participation Poster and Know Your Rights Poster in English and Spanish for more information. INDRLL1

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time