Laboratory Technician

About the role

Flint Hills Resources, LP is seeking an entry level Laboratory Technician to work in our Asphalt Group in Rosemount, MN. The ideal candidate is a proactive learner who takes initiative in identifying opportunities to improve processes, expand technical expertise, and contribute beyond their day-to-day responsibilities. They should demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth. Candidates should be analytical, detail oriented, organized, and effective at collaborating and communicating in cross functional environments. They also must have a strong focus on Environmental, Health and Safety, as well as a commitment to compliance and integrity. Our Team Flint Hills Resources is a different kind of company—privately owned, with a compensation philosophy based on the value you create. Come realize your full potential and join our team!

Responsibilities

• Performing a variety of laboratory test methods in an efficient and accurate manner
• Maintaining laboratory equipment health by performing calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair tasks
• Maintaining laboratory data within a LIMS database
• Monitoring laboratory data for trends and implementing appropriate action
• Evaluating raw materials used in product formulations
• Aid in formulation development and optimization
• Actively communicating with terminal personnel, the technical group and support staff
• Participating in various meetings with internal/external business segments while focusing on maintaining and developing relationships that create value to the business
• Achieving satisfactory results in key metrics related to product quality, specification compliance, environmental, health and safety performance
• Driving improvements by profitably applying innovation
• Physical ability to occasionally sit, walk, lift, carry, push, pull, reach, bend, and twist
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (with frequent carrying of up to 25 pounds)

Requirements

• Mathematical competency of Algebra 1 or higher
• A high school diploma or equivalent
• A valid driver's license
• Ability to travel as needed to support the business needs and to further professional development

Preferred Qualifications

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

Pay

For this role, we anticipate paying $25-$30 per hour. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

Schedule

This role also offers a flexible 9/80’s work schedule, meaning there is the potential for every other Friday off depending on workload.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible spending
• Health savings accounts
• Life insurance
• ADD
• Disability
• Retirement
• Paid vacation/time off
• Educational assistance
• Infertility assistance
• Paid parental leave
• Adoption assistance