Associate Technician, R&D (Contract)

It's a great time to join Velcro Companies!

This is a 1 year contract role and would require a full time presence in Manchester, NH.

Summary of Position Responsibility: Applies basic scientific and engineering principles to a wide range of testing and operational processes. Conducts product and process trials on both commercial and prototype equipment. Accurately collects all testing and process data.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Works as a team member with close supervision.

• Documents and authorstest datareports.

• Take initiative to learn and fully understand the application of test methods and operational processes.

• Uses and understands all required processes and procedures.

• Completes task to support project work on time.

• Learns new test methods and procedures to meet customer needs.

• Management of all special characteristics (IP, CSG, CC, CS) required by customer or internally through risk analysis (FMEA) their proper capability and validation.

• Learn and execute global standardized test method protocols

• Utilize metrology equipment to capture characteristics of products

• Utilize tensile testing equipment

Non-essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Other duties may be assigned or required for the performance of this position.

Knowledge & Experience (Minimum Job Qualifications):

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Ability to work and thrive in a team environment.

• Ability to communicate and achieve project results on cross-functional teams.

• Basic understanding of environmental aspects in the product life cycle.

• Good time management, interpersonal, and communications skills.

• Detail orientated and organized.

• Proficient in MS Suite (Outlook, Excel, and Word).

• Organized and works well with shared spaces and tools

• Aptitude with standard software tools - Microsoft Excel and Word

PERKS OF BEING PART OF OUR TEAM:

At Velcro USA Inc., we truly value our employees. We strive to support each and every employee by providing a safe and healthy work environment, challenging and rewarding careers, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. Velcro USA Inc. offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and generous time-off designed to meet the needs of our workforce. Advancement and growth opportunities are offered and encouraged to all employees.

Health and Welfare Benefits:

Medical and Prescription Coverage (HSA and HRA Options)

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Award Winning Wellness and Incentive Program

Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Business Travel Accident Insurance

Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Retirement Savings Plan

401(k) Saving Plan with generous 5.5% Company match and Immediate Vesting

Time-Off Benefits

Paid Vacation Time

Paid Sick Time

Paid Parental Leave

13 Paid Company Holidays

Other Benefits and Programs

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Financial Wellness Benefit - Smart Dollar

Employee Recognition Programs

Employee Resource Groups

Charitable or Educational Matching Gift Program

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Velcro Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.