About Careertakes

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Overview

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Laboratory Technician to join their Asphalt Group in Rosemount, MN. This hands-on role is ideal for a proactive learner who wants to build laboratory skills, support quality and formulation work, and contribute to safety and continuous improvement in a manufacturing-related lab environment.

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What You’ll Do

• Performing a variety of laboratory test methods accurately and efficiently
• Maintain laboratory equipment through calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs
• Enter and maintain laboratory data in a LIMS database
• Monitor laboratory results for trends and recommend corrective actions
• Evaluate raw materials used in product formulations
• Support formulation development and optimization activities
• Communicate actively with terminal personnel, the technical group, and support staff
• Participate in meetings across internal and external business segments to maintain and develop value-creating relationships
• Meet key metrics for product quality, specification compliance, and environmental, health & safety performance
• Drive improvements by applying practical innovation
• Perform occasional physical tasks: sit, walk, lift, carry, push, pull, reach, bend, and twist
• Lift up to 50 pounds (frequent carrying up to 25 pounds)

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Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Mathematical competency equivalent to Algebra I or higher
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to travel as needed to support business needs and professional development

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Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• Laboratory experience (academic or industry)
• Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field (Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, etc.)
• Experience applying the scientific method and designing laboratory experiments

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Compensation & Schedule

• Anticipated pay range: $25–$30 per hour
• Eligible for variable pay (monetary bonus or other forms)
• Flexible 9/80 work schedule — potential every-other-Friday off depending on workload

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Benefits

Confidential Client offers a benefits package designed to support physical, financial, and emotional well-being. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, flexible spending / HSA, life and disability insurance, retirement, paid time off, educational assistance, and potentially parental leave and infertility assistance. Specific eligibility and availability vary by geography and plan documents.

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Hiring Policies & Work Environment

Confidential Client emphasizes a strong commitment to Environmental, Health & Safety, compliance, and integrity. The company values diversity of thought and background and supports professional growth through on-the-job experience and training. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers may be conditioned upon successful completion of a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify where applicable.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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