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Senior Laboratory Assistant

UL Solutions · Northbrook, Illinois, US

The Lab Assistant supports daily laboratory operations by managing equipment, samples, and test setups in a fully onsite role at the Northbrook Lab.

Job description

The Lab Assistant supports daily laboratory operations by managing equipment, samples, and test setups in a fully onsite role at the Northbrook Lab. Responsibilities include coordinating monthly equipment calibration by gathering items, documenting submissions and returns, and arranging pickup and return to Anthony Trail when not handled by TruCal. The role involves retrieving and returning samples from the sample cage, breaking down test setups by removing thermocouples and repacking samples into original packaging, and assisting with large‑scale testing such as load and laundry testing. Additional duties include material preparation (cutting and stripping wire, building boxes), supporting testing activities, and participating in basic 5S practices to maintain organized shared spaces such as the IP rain room and tower. - Builds and/or adapts unique setup and test equipment for complex tests using independent judgment. - Applies working knowledge of applicable test requirements and performs tests using general laboratory equipment. - Performs routine care of designated test equipment and work area. - Operates a computer to extract/input readily available information and to use avai...