Entry Level Physical Properties Technicians

Pace Analytical Services LLC; Maplewood (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Paid time off

HSA

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance

Parental leave

ID theft protection

Job summary

Pace Analytical Services LLC in Maplewood, MN is seeking a Physical Properties Technician to support the Scientific Insourcing Solutions division. You will prepare and test adhesive-related samples and assist with routine lab maintenance and training as needed.

The role involves testing solids, paper, tape and film properties, including tensile and bond strength, density and viscosity, plus operating precision measurement tools and MTS equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a science field; Chemistry and Physics preferred.
• Lab experience with precision measurement tools and electronic equipment.
• Experience creating and maintaining Excel spreadsheets.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong organization and task-management abilities.
• Observation skills and curiosity; willing to speak up in a team.
• Mechanically inclined with experience using common hand tools.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Prepare test samples.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance.
• Test properties of solids, paper, tape and film products.
• Conduct density and viscosity tests.
• Record data and maintain accurate lab notes.

Skills

Lab data collection

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Observation skills

Mechanical aptitude

Physical strength

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Tools

Excel

MTS tester

Precision measurement tools

Electronic equipment

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 preferrredExperience 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.