Lab Technician

Express Employment Professionals; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Direct deposit

Paper check

Pay cards

Referral Bonuses

Express Learn

Holiday Pay

Medical Benefits

Vision

Dental

Short Term Disability

Term Life

401K

Sick and Safe Time

Perks at Work (discounts)

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals – St. Paul, MN is assisting a small recycling company to fill a Lab Technician position on their team located in the South metro.

The role offers a first-shift schedule (Mon-Fri, 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM) with pay ranging from $20 to $25 per hour depending on experience. Responsibilities include sampling, testing, data recording, and instrument maintenance in a safety-focused lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Collect and prepare metal, alloy, and material samples for testing.
• Perform laboratory testing using designated equipment and established procedures.
• Analyze and record test results accurately while maintaining detailed laboratory records.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with company quality standards, environmental regulations, and safety policies.
• Prepare reports and communicate findings to management and operational teams.
• Assist with investigations related to material quality concerns and customer specifications.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness, organization, and inventory of supplies.
• Follow all OSHA, environmental, and company safety requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to quality and laboratory processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sample preparation

Laboratory testing

Data recording

Instrument calibration

Quality & safety

Report writing

Job description

Lab Technician

Express Employment Professionals – St. Paul, MN is assisting a small recycling company to fill a Lab Technician positions on their team. Position is located in the South metro.

Pay: $20 – 25/hour DOE

Schedule: 1st Shift Monday – Friday 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Responsibilities include:

• Collect and prepare metal, alloy, and material samples for testing and analysis.
• Perform laboratory testing using designated equipment and established procedures.
• Analyze and record test results accurately while maintaining detailed laboratory records.
• Conduct chemical and physical property testing on incoming and outgoing materials.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with company quality standards, environmental regulations, and safety policies.
• Prepare reports and communicate findings to management and operational teams.
• Assist with investigations related to material quality concerns and customer specifications.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness, organization, and inventory of supplies.
• Follow all OSHA, environmental, and company safety requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to quality and laboratory processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Work Environment

• Laboratory and industrial recycling facility setting.
• Exposure to dust, noise, moving equipment, and varying temperatures.
• Safety-sensitive position requiring strict adherence to safety procedures and policies.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds periodically.
• Ability to work in both office and industrial environments.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots, and hearing protection.

Express Employment Professionals provides one of the most comprehensive benefits packages in the industry while working on our payroll.

• Weekly Pay
• Pay options- direct deposit, paper check, Pay cards.
• Referral Bonuses
• Express Learn: This free opportunity allows you to expand your skills to advance your career.
• Holiday Pay
• Medical Benefits
• Vision
• Dental
• Short Term Disability
• Term Life
• 401K
• Sick and Safe Time
• Perks at Work (discounts)

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