Job Summary
Join our fast-paced environment where autonomy and opportunities for growth await you. As a member of the Footwear Lab Testing team, your mission will be to ensure that On’s products meet global standards and align with the high expectations of consumers of a premium sportswear brand. You will report directly to the Lead of Lab Testing.
Your Mission
- Build a Testing Framework for Excellence: Collaborate with the Innovation and Development team, Lab Lead, and external partners. Research new methods, machinery, and suppliers; translate concepts into structured test plans; and align testing capacity in the Zurich Lab.
- Validate Product and Technology Claims: Execute robust test methods to substantiate product and technology claims. Develop testing plans, manage resources, and communicate timelines, constraints, and expectations clearly to stakeholders.
- Execute Lab Testing with Excellence: Manage end-to-end lab testing across Innovation and Development. Receive and prepare samples, conduct testing, analyze results, and deliver clear, actionable reports.
- Ensure Operational Excellence in the Lab: Collaborate with the Zurich Lab team to maintain equipment and facilities, ensuring all machines are clean, calibrated, and ready for use. Promote a culture of reliability, organization, and continuous improvement.
- Build Global Knowledge and Capability: Share expertise across global lab, development, sourcing, and T1 teams through training, mentorship, and knowledge transfer. Partner with external experts and third-party labs to stay current on industry best practices and communicate new requirements internally.
Your Story
- Technical Expertise: Strong background in footwear material and product testing, with hands-on experience in lab execution and a proven track record of translating complex data into actionable insights.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Comfortable working closely with innovation, development, and sourcing teams in fast-paced environments.
- Lab Operations & Process Development: Skilled in maintaining and calibrating lab equipment while also improving testing frameworks and processes.
- Capability Building: Experienced in mentoring, training, and sharing knowledge to enhance technical expertise across global teams.
- Experience & Qualifications: 6-7 years in lab testing or related roles. A Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in a relevant field is required.
- Skills & Attributes: Detail-oriented, organized, proactive, and capable of working independently. Strong verbal and written communication skills at all organizational levels.
- Additional Requirements: Fluent in English, adaptable, and open to occasional travel.
About the Team
You’ll be a key part of the Zurich Lab team, collaborating closely with Innovation, Development, Sourcing, and global lab partners. Together, you will define the standards, methods, and testing culture that ensure our brand lives up to its promise.
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