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Laboratory Technician, Footwear

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What will you do?

The primary responsibility of the Laboratory Technician - Footwear is to test nominated raw materials, foams, textiles, polymers, adhesives, hardware components and fullfootwear to assess physical and mechanical properties.

Let's break down that day-in-the-life a bit more:

Test the physical and performance properties of footwear foams, materials and trims in accordance with established SATRA, ASTM, ISO and Internal VF test methods.

Perform full-footwear performance testing including, but not limited to impact and energy return analysis, compression and cushioning durability, flex endurance and fatigue testing, slip resistance, abrasion, and traction testing.

Partner with Lab Management and Engineers to develop and refine test methods to address new materials, new constructions, and innovative performance requirements.

Review accuracy of technical data, generate detailed test reports, dashboards, and summaries of results as requested.

Partner as a technical expert to the Materials Commercialization, QA and Product teams. The person in this position must be able to collaborate effectively with multiple stakeholders and have a strong aptitude for writing and articulating technical subject matters.

Assure compliance with all safety requirements and operational safety processes within the assigned area.

Train and mentor new staff and Temp help when hired to become proficient in test performance and provide daily operational supervision and guidance to these associates.

Assigned by Lab Management in maintaining and calibrating select test equipment and related records; files test reports and specimen cards; files physical inventory of samples and other products according to pre-established protocol.

Performs these and other duties as assigned.

What do you need to succeed?

We are most interested in your experience, technical capability, and ability to operate in a fast-moving lab environment.

The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent clinical or laboratory experience

3-5 years professional experience Familiarity with SATRA and ASTM Test Methodology required. Familiarity with Laboratory workspace setting.

Clear and accurate verbal and written communication with good interpersonal skills

Strong organizational skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines. Strong attention to detail and appreciation for repetitive, task-oriented work

Proficient personal computer skills with focus on Microsoft Word, Excel and email communications

Superior math aptitude

Basic filing skills

Ability to lift 25 lbs

High color perception required (color vision).

Ability to stand for extended periods of time.

Now WE have a question for YOU. Are you in?

Hiring Range:

Incentive Potential: This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, orcommissionpotential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

Benefits at VF Corporation: You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.

At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at peopleservices@vfc.com. VF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals to the extent required by applicable law.

Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.