Lab Technician (Optical Films RnD)

Pride Health is seeking a Lab Technician (Optical Films RnD) for a global science and manufacturing company known for products and technologies in adhesives, abrasives, filtration, medical supplies, personal protective equipment, electronics materials, and consumer brands.

Job Title: Lab Technician (Optical Films RnD)
Location: St. Paul, MN (On-Site)
Job Type: Contract
Length: 12-Month (with potential to extend)
Note: This is an ongoing three‐year project that the contingent worker will be supporting.
Hours: 8-4 M-F
Pay Rate: $23.00 - $26.60 per hour

Overview:
Our client is seeking a motivated Laboratory Technician to join their Optically Clear Adhesives lab team. As a Lab Tech, you will play a crucial role in conducting various tests and experiments to ensure the quality and safety of our consumer products . Worker performs physical and/or mechanical analyses and tests required for research, development, or quality control of processes and products. This is a very active position and will require someone with a strong work ethic to keep up. We are seeking someone who is interested in growing or continuing their career in the lab tech industry.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare materials and organize for product testing. ·
• Assist in laboratory experiments through testing and evaluation of new materials and products based on research. ·
• Worker performs mechanical performance tests required for research, development, or quality control of processes and products. ·
• May test or make visual observations on product samples from competitors and communicate test results to the appropriate requester. ·
• Worker will conduct hands-on tests with multiple pieces of equipment. ·
• Will move, arrange, sort and hang product testing weights (2lbs-20lbs)

Requirements:

• 2 years of experience as a Lab Tech or related field. Open for recent grads
• Ability to lift/carry at least 25 pounds.
• Ability to lift/carry 5-pound weights at high repetitions.
• Ability to use a ladder/step stool to work from an elevated surface.
• Have proficient hand eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• High School Diploma

Preferences:

• College degree in the sciences
• Strong organizational skills, self-motivated and results driven.
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills, both written & oral.
• Adaptability to team needs and working for many individuals in various groups.
• Prior laboratory or manufacturing experience.
• Experience use in Excel and Word.
• Proven ability to problem-solve and implement solutions.
• Ability to take instructions (verbal and written) and complete a task with little or no supervision

Benefits that Pride Health offers:

Pride Health 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@pride-health.com for immediate consideration.

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Pay: $23.00 - $26.60 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person