Fluid Lab Technician

Ziegler • Bloomington ZRC, MN

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About The Position

Ziegler Companies is hiring a Fluid Lab Technician to prepare and process oil, coolant, and fuel samples, interpret results, and operate and calibrate laboratory instruments. The role involves registering and sorting samples, preparing them for testing, collecting and reviewing data for accuracy, and maintaining laboratory quality requirements. The technician works cooperatively with the team and communicates regularly with the Fluid Lab Supervisor about productivity and lab issues. The job includes handling oils, fuels, coolants, solvents, and chemicals, as well as performing repetitive sample handling, equipment operation, and data-entry tasks for extended periods. Ziegler is a third-generation, family-owned CAT dealer founded in 1914, with more than 2,400 employees across over 30 locations in Minnesota, Iowa, and northern Missouri.

Requirements

• Two-year degree required.
• At least 2 years of related experience.
• Strong attention to detail and a process-oriented approach.
• Ability to learn quickly and be resourceful.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Personal attributes: self-confidence, planning and organization, attention to detail, problem solving, and teamwork.
• Ability to perform repetitive laboratory tasks, including sample handling, equipment operation, and data entry, for extended periods.
• Ability to handle oils, fuels, coolants, solvents, and chemicals.
• Physical ability to push or pull up to 30 lbs, lift or carry up to 30 lbs, and lift bulky objects.
• Ability to stand, walk, use hands, talk, hear, rotate the neck and trunk, and finger or grasp.

Nice To Haves

• Four-year degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and sort samples to initiate laboratory processing.
• Prepare oil, coolant, and fuel samples before data collection.
• Follow appropriate data-collection procedures and policies.
• Review sample preparation, processing data, and sequences for accuracy.
• Perform daily sample registration.
• Receive, catalog, and photograph filters.
• Perform basic and advanced laboratory processing and procedures.
• Conduct analytical testing with various instruments; operate, calibrate, and verify instrument performance while meeting laboratory quality requirements.
• Interpret sample results.
• Communicate regularly with the Fluid Lab Supervisor about productivity and issues in the lab.
• Ensure collected data is timely and accurate for evaluation.
• Work cooperatively with the team and resolve conflicts in a timely, professional manner.
• Maintain knowledge of fluid processing.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by the manager.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 15 days of PTO in the first year, with accrual beginning on the first day
• 9 paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with company contribution and match
• Health Savings Account, with Ziegler contributing up to $1,000 tax-free each year
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid parental leave
• Funeral leave
• Fitness membership discount
• Education assistance
• Work/life balance
• Ongoing professional development and training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree