Chemical Lab Technician

The Lindgren Group•Minneapolis, MN

2d•$26•Onsite

About The Position

More than just a job, but the beginning of a career in the Metal Finishing industry. Our profession is not taught in schools, employees are trained on the job. Working conditions are similar to a manufacturing industry, with exposure to heat, humidity, dust and noise. We provide a regulated, safe and healthy environment for our employees. We are looking to expand our team and continue our mission of excellent service and on-time delivery. Employee-oriented atmosphere with advancement opportunities. Reviews conducted twice a year, including a rate increase if expectations are met. Great benefits package and fringe benefits. Hiring ASAP, apply TODAY. Things to consider prior to applying: The Company follows strict security protocols that include securing (lock up) personal mobile devices and access is only allowed during authorized breaks and in authorized areas. Attendance is critical to our success and it is tightly managed. Job Purpose & Responsibilities: Production chemists use their knowledge of chemicals and composition to help produce various products used in the plating industry. They work with production staff to ensure that production meets all deadlines, as well as quality standards. This is a manufacturing environment, not a biological environment, where work is done in the shop to collect samples from tanks, etc. Perform titrations, Atomic Absorption Spectrometer analysis, Salt Spray testing, and other analysis and testing as needed Maintain and document chemical analysis & material usage Assist Lab Manager in training personnel Assist Lab Manager in scheduling bath changes, treatment, addition, and preventative maintenance Research and develop new products from chemical suppliers Troubleshoot production line chemical problems in a timely manner, involving suppliers as necessary Develop and maintain written procedures for all chemical activities and analysis Keep work areas, lab equipment, floors, countertops, cabinets, etc. clean Organize and maintain lab supplies What are we looking for? The following requirements can help you determine if you are a good fit for us, and if we are a good fit for you. Fluently read, write, speak, and understand the English language Must be a US citizen or have authorization to work in the US Must be able to read a ruler/tape measure and analog clock Must be able to maintain a regular and reliable attendance record Ability to be on time and work scheduled shift Ability to pay attention to detail and follow written instructions Ability to work independently and as a team Ability to follow safety procedures to avoid injuries Ability to stand, twist, lift, pinch, walk, bend, kneel as needed Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Basic computer entry skills ( preferred ) Every employee plays an important role in our success. We are proud to offer a compensation package that includes a good wage, benefits, paid holidays, PTO, regular reviews, attendance rewards, bonuses, free uniforms, and more! Job Specific Requirements: 2-5 years in manufacturing/production environment or college degree in chemistry Good organizational skills and the ability to follow instructions Ability to lift and move 1-50 lbs. as needed Ability to interact with co-workers and supervisors in a cooperative manner Math skills required Ability to manage multiple jobs simultaneously Ability to work independently without supervision WE PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH & ADVANCEMENT! AS A TEAM MEMBER, YOU'LL ENJOY: Employee paid benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Legal/ID Theft, Pet, 401k Company paid benefits: Medical portion, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401k contribution Paid Holidays Paid Time Off and Sick & Safe Time Quarterly bonus (profit sharing) Attendance Rewards (bonus) Performance reviews twice a year (Reviews: 60 days and 6 months, then twice a year, which may come with a rate increase, providing the employee meets company and performance standards). Work Anniversary Paid Day Off Employee Referral Program Career Advancement Company Paid Safety Boots Company Paid Prescription Safety Glasses Company Paid Uniforms, and More!

Requirements

Fluently read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Must be a US citizen or have authorization to work in the US
Must be able to read a ruler/tape measure and analog clock
Must be able to maintain a regular and reliable attendance record
Ability to be on time and work scheduled shift
Ability to pay attention to detail and follow written instructions
Ability to work independently and as a team
Ability to follow safety procedures to avoid injuries
Ability to stand, twist, lift, pinch, walk, bend, kneel as needed
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
2-5 years in manufacturing/production environment or college degree in chemistry
Good organizational skills and the ability to follow instructions
Ability to lift and move 1-50 lbs. as needed
Ability to interact with co-workers and supervisors in a cooperative manner
Math skills required
Ability to manage multiple jobs simultaneously
Ability to work independently without supervision

Nice To Haves

Basic computer entry skills ( preferred )

Responsibilities

Perform titrations, Atomic Absorption Spectrometer analysis, Salt Spray testing, and other analysis and testing as needed
Maintain and document chemical analysis & material usage
Assist Lab Manager in training personnel
Assist Lab Manager in scheduling bath changes, treatment, addition, and preventative maintenance
Research and develop new products from chemical suppliers
Troubleshoot production line chemical problems in a timely manner, involving suppliers as necessary
Develop and maintain written procedures for all chemical activities and analysis
Keep work areas, lab equipment, floors, countertops, cabinets, etc. clean
Organize and maintain lab supplies

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
FSA
Legal/ID Theft
Pet
401k
Wellness Program
Life Insurance
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
401k contribution
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off and Sick & Safe Time
Quarterly bonus (profit sharing)
Attendance Rewards (bonus)
Performance reviews twice a year (Reviews: 60 days and 6 months, then twice a year, which may come with a rate increase, providing the employee meets company and performance standards)
Work Anniversary Paid Day Off
Employee Referral Program
Career Advancement
Company Paid Safety Boots
Company Paid Prescription Safety Glasses
Company Paid Uniforms