Materials Technician II – Research, Development & Innovation

Job Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for assigned work areas, including determining appropriate test procedures, reporting clear and accurate results, and participating in continuous improvement activities
• Collaborate with engineers to prepare, develop, test, and evaluate materials, parts, products, and processes
• Absorb and assist engineers in drawing conclusions and informing decisions on new and existing product development and quality initiatives
• Prepare and maintain detailed documentation of test methods and data under direction
• Manage tasks with flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and meet project deadlines
• Present technical information and proposals to team members
• Create basic prototypes and fixtures to support assigned work areas by executing concepts developed by others
• Work independently to complete assigned tasks as needed
• Occasional travel required (approximately 5%); primary work location is Bayport, MN

Minimum Qualifications

• 2-year technical degree or equivalent experience
• General knowledge and use of computers and basic software (Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Strong interest and basic aptitude for technical or scientific work
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and work effectively as part of a team
• Flexibility to work varied hours to support testing assignments and deadlines
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs

Preferred Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in material characterization/testing
• Ability to operate power industrial trucks (forklift, pallet jack, etc.)
• Strong math, science, mechanical, and experimental skills
• Willingness to learn and operate new software and equipment

Culture And Benefits

• 401(k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching Profit Sharing*
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage*
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*, Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave*
• Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities