Materials Laboratory Technician

ManpowerGroup; Maplewood (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Job summary

ManpowerGroup in Maplewood, MN is seeking a Materials Technician to support our laboratory and quality control efforts on a 12-month contract. You will perform tests, organize materials for product testing, and help document results to inform R&D and process improvements.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing with equipment, strong observation, and clear communication within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work 8-4, Monday through Friday.
• Lift and carry at least 25 pounds and perform high repetitions with 5-pound weights.
• Stand for 2+ hours and bend multiple times throughout the day.
• Proficient hand‑eye coordination and manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical and mechanical analyses and tests required for research, development, or quality control of processes and products.
• Assist with compiling, analyzing, interpreting, and documenting test results.
• Prepare materials and organize for product testing.
• Conduct hands‑on tests with multiple pieces of equipment and evaluate new materials and products based on research.
• Test or visually observe product samples from competitors and communicate test results to the appropriate requester.

Skills

Hand‑eye coordination

Manual dexterity

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Our client, a manufacturing and research organization, is seeking a Materials Technician to join their team. As a Materials Technician, you will be part of the Laboratory Support team supporting research, development, and quality control processes. The ideal candidate will have strong observational skills, adaptability, and excellent communication skills, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title:

Materials Technician

Location:

Maplewood, MN

Pay Range:

$20 to $22

Duration:

12 month contract

What's the Job?

• Perform physical and mechanical analyses and tests required for research, development, or quality control of processes and products.

• Assist with compiling, analyzing, interpreting, and documenting test results.

• Prepare materials and organize for product testing.

• Conduct hands‑on tests with multiple pieces of equipment and evaluate new materials and products based on research.

• Test or visually observe product samples from competitors and communicate test results to the appropriate requester.

What's Needed?

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Ability to work 8-4, Monday through Friday.

• Ability to lift and carry at least 25 pounds and perform high repetitions with 5-pound weights.

• Ability to stand for 2 or more hours and bend multiple times throughout the day.

• Proficient hand‑eye coordination and manual dexterity.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic laboratory environment supporting innovative research.

• Hands‑on experience with testing equipment and materials analysis.

• Potential for professional growth and skill development.

• Collaborative team environment that values adaptability and communication.

• Competitive pay rate aligned with industry standards.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

• Dental Plan

• Vision Plan

• Health Savings Account

• Health Flexible Spending Account

• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

• Supplemental Life Insurance

• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance

• Business Travel Insurance

• 401(k), Plus Match

• Weekly Pay

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions.

Experis® is a global leader in technology services and part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands. We connect skilled technology professionals with meaningful opportunities where they can grow their careers, expand their expertise and make a real impact. Guided by the belief that it takes Human Ingenuity to unlock the true potential of technology, Experis helps people gain experience with leading organizations, build sought‑after skills and take the next step toward a brighter future. Backed by ManpowerGroup's 75+ years of workforce expertise and global reach across more than 70 countries and territories, Experis brings the scale, insight and opportunity to help people and businesses thrive. ManpowerGroup is consistently recognized for its commitment to inclusion, ethics and responsible business, including being named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies. Learn more at Experis.com.

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.