QC Lab Technician: Viscosity & Thermal Analysis (Onsite)

Russell Tobin; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell Tobin is seeking a Quality Control Technician in Cottage Grove, MN, onsite for a 6-month contract. You will support an analytical chemistry laboratory, performing viscosity measurements and thermal analysis, and ensuring materials meet specifications.

The role requires a high school diploma (GED acceptable) with preference for chemistry-related coursework and experience in analytical labs, plus proficiency in Microsoft 365.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; additional education in chemistry or a related field is a plus.
• Experience in analytical chemistry laboratory, quality control, or materials testing is preferred.
• Familiarity with viscosity measurements and thermal analysis is highly desirable.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written test methods and SOPs.
• Basic understanding of quality control, continuous improvement, and 5S principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report analytical testing, primarily viscosity measurements and thermal analysis, on manufactured products and raw materials.
• Support quality control activities to ensure materials meet established specifications and testing requirements.
• Collaborate with chemists and the laboratory manager on data entry, laboratory organization, 5S activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prioritize incoming testing requests and laboratory tasks with limited supervision.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of laboratory equipment and instrumentation, escalating issues when necessary.
• Follow established test methods, SOPs, and laboratory quality standards.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and communicate testing results, issues, and process improvement suggestions to the team.

Skills

Viscosity measurements

Thermal analysis

SOPs

Microsoft 365

Quality control

Education

High school diploma or GED

Chemistry coursework or related field

Tools

ASQ Quality Technician certification

Job description

Russell Tobin is seeking a Quality Control Technician in Cottage Grove, MN, onsite for a 6-month contract. You will support an analytical chemistry laboratory, performing viscosity measurements and thermal analysis, and ensuring materials meet specifications.

The role requires a high school diploma (GED acceptable) with preference for chemistry-related coursework and experience in analytical labs, plus proficiency in Microsoft 365.