Lab Technician

Monday - Friday from 8am - 4:30pm | No Bachelors Degree Required | Offers Benefits

Join a dynamic R&D team as a Lab Technician, where you will engage in material testing and contribute to a variety of projects. You will work closely with a team of scientists, gaining training in complex testing methods and supporting technical service initiatives. There is room for growth into advanced roles within the team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for material testing, including Instron testing on materials like epoxy and thermoplastics.
• Execute application and laboratory test plans to support material and process characterizations, as well as root cause analysis.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with team members, suppliers, and customers.
• Manage and own assigned technical service requests, including documentation, status updates, and communication with requestors.
• Oversee assigned laboratory equipment, products, and supplies, ensuring preventative maintenance and supporting standardizations and 5S processes.
• Support quality and cost savings initiatives.
• Practice safe work habits and comply with all safety, health, and environmental rules and regulations.

• Proficiency in laboratory techniques and chemical sample preparation.
• Experience in material testing, quality control, and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of chemistry and related scientific disciplines.

• Associate Degree in a Scientific Discipline, such as Materials Science or Chemistry, is preferred.
• Candidates without a degree but with hands-on experience in material testing and sample preparation are welcome.
• Experience in managing or running projects independently or with minimal support is advantageous.

You will be part of the EA Americas Team, supporting various market segments and technologies, primarily for the automotive and durable assembly sectors such as filters and adhesives. The team is cohesive, collaborative, and values open communication. Senior scientists are keen to mentor new team members, providing an excellent learning environment.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Saint Paul,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 5, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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