Job Description

Russell Tobin is seeking a Lab Technician for an American multinational conglomerate operating in the fields of industry, worker safety, healthcare, and consumer goods.

Job Title: Lab Technician

Location: St. Paul, MN (on-site)

Job Type: Contract

Length: 12-Months

Hours: 8am-4pm, Mon-Fri

Pay Rate: $22.00 - $25.25 per hour

Overview:

We are currently seeking a motivated Laboratory Technician to join the Home Improvement Consumer Products lab team. You will play a crucial role in conducting various tests and experiments to ensure the quality and safety of our consumer products.

Responsibilities:

• Worker performs physical and/or mechanical analyses and tests required for research, development, or quality control of processes and products. This position will support a wide range of products and applications, so the worker will need to be a fast learner and able to work both on a small team and independently.
• This person will be responsible for but not limited to the following specific duties:
• Prepare materials and organize for product testing.
• Assist in laboratory experiments through formulation work, testing, and evaluation of new materials and products based on research.
• Perform mechanical performance tests required for research, development, or quality control of processes and products.
• Conduct hands-on tests with multiple pieces of equipment, including wet lab work involving pH meters, viscometers, etc., and wood shop related activities.
• Test or make visual observations on product samples, then document and communicate test results.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or hands on experience with wet labs
• Basic chemistry knowledge and experience, particularly in wet lab environments
• Experience using Excel and Word
• Good attention to detail and ability to work independently
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Strong organizational skills, self-motivated, and results driven
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral
• Prior laboratory or manufacturing experience
• Proven ability to problem-solve and implement solutions
• Ability to take instructions (verbal and written) and complete a task with little or no supervision as an independent worker
• Worker must have excellent observations skills (attention to detail), strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently. They must be able to adapt and adjust to the team’s needs

Notes:

• The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of experience in wet lab environments and holds an associate or bachelor’s degree in Chemistry.
• The contractor will be working on a woodshop project within a wet lab setting. A candidate who can work independently and has prior experience with similar projects is highly preferred.

Benefits that Russell Tobin offers:

Russell Tobin offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.

Apply Today! If you are interested in the position, please email your resume to rob.vanriet@russelltobin.com for immediate consideration.

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