Electrical Test Technician - Furniture

We are seeking a skilled Furniture Safety Lab Test Technician to join our team. As a lab technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and compliance of our furniture products. Your responsibilities will include conducting electrical and mechanical tests, analyzing data, and maintaining a safe working environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in laboratory procedures, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety.

This is an onsite role requiring 5 days per week in our lab in Holland, MI.

• Safety Testing:
  • Conduct safety tests on furniture products to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Examine specific aspects and components of furniture items to identify potential safety hazards.
  • Compile detailed reports on findings and testing data gathered during safety evaluations.
• Performance and Durability Testing:
  • Evaluate the performance and durability of furniture through various tests (e.g., load-bearing capacity, impact resistance, stability).
  • Analyze test results and provide recommendations for product improvements.
• Electrical Testing:
  • Perform electrical tests on furniture components (wiring, switches, connectors) to verify safety and functionality.
  • Inspect power cords, plugs, and electrical connections for compliance with safety standards.
• Mechanical Testing:
  • Conduct mechanical tests (e.g., stress tests, fatigue tests) to assess the structural integrity of furniture.
  • Evaluate joints, hinges, and moving parts for durability and safety.
• Quality Assurance:
  • Collaborate with engineers, designers, and production teams to ensure that furniture meets safety and quality standards.
  • Maintain accurate records of testing procedures, results, and any necessary adjustments.
• Equipment Maintenance:
  • Regularly inspect and maintain testing equipment to ensure accurate and reliable results.
  • Follow proper storage and maintenance procedures for testing equipment.
• Communication:
  • Discuss findings with other team members and relevant stakeholders.
  • Provide clear and concise verbal and written communication regarding safety test results.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to enhancing safety testing protocols.

Requirements and Skills:

• High School diploma or GED required. Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering or similar preferred.
• 2 years of experience as a testing technician in the furniture industry or in a TIC industry preferred.
• Proficiency in testing procedures and protocols.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent report-writing skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable working with data and numbers.
• Ability to work independently and unsupervised.
• Familiarity with industry-specific testing equipment and software.
• Knowledge of testing equipment maintenance and storage procedures.
• Basic electrical and mechanical safety knowledge

What you'll experience working at UL:

• Mission: For UL, corporate and social responsibility isn’t new.  Making the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place has been our business model for the last 125 years and is deeply engrained in everything we do.
• People: Ask any UL employee what they love most about working here, and you’ll almost always hear, “the people.” Going beyond what is possible is the standard at UL.  We’re able to deliver the best because we employ the best.
• Interesting work: Every day is different for us here as we eagerly anticipate the next innovation that our customers’ create. We’re inspired to take on the challenge that will transform how people live, work and play. And as a global company, in many roles,  you will get international experience working with colleagues around the world.
• Grow & achieve: We learn, work and grow together with targeted development, reward and recognition programs as well as our very own UL University that offers extensive training programs for employees at all stages, including a technical training track for applicable roles.
• Total Rewards: In the US, we provide lots of great benefits for our employees are their families. From Volunteer Days off to 401k match and retirement contribution benefits to flexible work location & schedule options we look to support our employees no matter what stage in life they are experiencing.