Lab Measurements Technician
The Fountain Group - Corning, NY
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Currently we have an opening for a Lab Measurements Technician located in Corning, NY. Details for the position are as follows: Pay Range: $20-$30/hourJob Description: 11-month contract with the possibility of extending or converting to permanent based on performance and budget. Schedule M-F, 8am - 5pm The primary responsibilities, as an Ion Exchange & Metrology Technician, are measurement and validations of metrology equipment daily, ion exchange support tasks such as loading and unloading iox baths as well as tank setup and glass staging support. The Technician will work with a team technicians, engineers and scientists. Prospective candidate will be responsible for completing daily validation samples of assigned metrology equipment as well as tracking expenses, identifying/documenting system improvements, and participating in developing strategies for a growing technology. Key responsibilities are meeting project and internal customer demands and supporting development goals. They will participate in medium to high level projects as assigned, while ensuring confidentiality of information. They will be responsible for trainings with new employees and educating internal customers on request submissions as directed. Assists in trouble shooting material, process and equipment issues, identifying root cause, and helping to implement corrective action. Other responsibilities include maintaining a healthy work environment. Major Roles and Responsibilities: Technician Responsibilities (Metrology & Ion Exchange): Metrology sample validations, glass measurements via appropriate metrology equipment, prioritizes activities to assure efficient delivery of validations, experiments, new validation runs, training, and maintenance activities. Logistics Related: Tracking expenses including time worked on specific projects, training team members, developing training documents, etc. participating in research and selection of lab supplies, etc. 5S Responsibilities - Assist in all 5S efforts for compliance in all applicable labs. Ensure that the 5S requirements are completed weekly. Documentation - Assist in editing and manage Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) documents and procedures in Brady 360, participate in IOX related activities via the Process Hazard Review Board for Safety Health & Environmental review/approval. Participate in creation and updates to Job Aides, SOP's, PPEHA's and JSA's as needed and as required. Project Integration - Participate on development project teams to understand expected vs. actual results across multiple workstreams in IOX and Metrology. Act as a liaison between the Metrology and IOX Teams for seamless knowledge transfer. Provide coverage - All aspects of Iox Labs, as well as all metrology and measurement functions. Troubleshooting - equipment, processes, training challenges, etc. Drives continuous process improvement and cost reduction for the site while maintaining compliance to systems and product requirements. Ability to review and understand technical documents. Use scientific methods to solve lab issues. Write and execute DOEs. Will Interface with the product teams to understand critical business priorities. Maintain an understanding of the products and business goals/objectives. Minimum Knowledge and Skill Requirements: 2-year technical associates degree required, 4-year technical bachelors degree preferred Prefer experience working in a development lab/process area; not required. Strong MS Office skills, with ability to develop effective communications slide decks and spreadsheets. Strong analytical skills, including advanced MS Excel capabilities. Strong communications and interpersonal skills. Ability to work and collaborate effectively in a diverse environment. Good teamwork skills Data analyst skills Ability to multi-task Soft Skills: The manager is looking for someone ambitious, conscious, committed to low error rates, etc.
Created: 2026-03-10