Washlab Technician

Job Title: Laundry Wash Lab Technician

Duration: 6+ months

Location: Darien, CT

Pay range: $20-$24/hr (W2)

• Aid in the execution of laundry product performance testing for prototype assessment and/or advertising claim substantiation.
• Execute routine testing methodologies (Stain Removal, Softening, etc) once properly trained.
• Learn to follow standard operating procedures (washing, drying, test preparation, staining, etc).
• Independent test preparation (labeling fabrics, labeling towels, preparing stains/fabrics, etc).
• Become knowledgeable and capable of executing all aspects of test procedures.
• Operate instrumentation and automation.
• Interact with test requesters to ascertain product and any additional test design specification, if needed.
• Ensure stains are produced correctly, applied accurately, and final result is acceptable.
• Maintain cleanliness and order of the wash lab.
• Generate and compile data for group scientists to analyze.
• Assist in maintaining stock of lab supplies.
• Work in a team environment.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Must speak, read, and write English.

• Knowledge of good lab practices.
• Mechanically inclined.
• Possess good written and oral communication skills.
• Attention to detail is critical.
• Basic computer skills.