Entry Level Physical Properties Technician

Pace Analytical Services LLC; Maplewood (MN); On-site; USD 57,859,000 - 68,880,000; Full time

Job summary

Pace Analytical Services LLC is hiring a Physical Properties Technician for the Scientific Insourcing Solutions division. You’ll prepare test samples and conduct routine equipment maintenance, testing solids, papers, tapes, and films for properties such as tensile strength and viscosity.

The role requires a science degree (Chemistry or Physics preferred), lab experience with precision tools and Excel, and excellent communication and organizational skills to support accurate data delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a science field, Chemistry and Physics preferred.
• Experience in a lab using precision measurement tools and electronic equipment.
• Experience with creation and maintenance of Excel spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Preparing test samples.
• Routine equipment maintenance.
• Testing properties of solids, paper, tape, and film products such as tensile & shear strength, bond strength, mechanical properties, density and viscosity tests.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organization and task management

Observation and curiosity

Willingness to speak up

Mechanically inclined

Education

Bachelor's degree in a science field (Chemistry or Physics preferred)

Tools

Precision measurement tools

Electronic equipment

Excel

Job description

Shift:Monday through Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PMAre you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives.Make an impact. Build a career.At Pace, everything we do is built upon an unwavering commitment to making the world a safer, healthier place. We continually work to develop innovative practices that drive sustainability and empower our partners with accurate, quality data at every critical moment and milestone.That’s why we need you — your curiosity, your talents, and your drive — to help us advance this important work, and your career.Find your place at PaceJoin us as a Physical Properties Technician, where you’ll put your love of science to work in the Scientific Insourcing Solutions division. You’ll receive all the training you need to successfully take on your new role and grow an exciting laboratory sciences career at Pace.The Scientist will prepare and test samples in the lab for adhesive products, and assist with lab maintenance.Compensation: $22.00 per hourWhat you’ll doPreparing test samplesRoutine equipment maintenanceTesting properties of solids, paper, tape, and film products such as:Tensile & shear strengthBond strengthMechanical properties (MTS tester)Density and viscosity testsWhat you’ll bringBachelors degree in a science field, Chemistry and Physics preferredExperience in a lab using precision measurement tools and electronic equipmentExperience with creation and maintenance of Excel spreadsheetsExcellent communication skillsOrganization and task management skillsObservation skills and curiosity, with a willingness to speak up and contribute to the team’s goalMechanically inclined with experience using common hand toolsAbility to occasionally lift up to 40 lbsFind Your Place at Pace - We need you - your curiosity, your talents, and your drive - to help us advance this important work.BenefitsWhen you join Pace, you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life. Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft.Equal Opportunity EmployerPace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.