Technician, Analytical Lab

About the role

Niron Magnetics is commercializing the first new magnetic material in decades powered by its breakthrough material formulation and advanced manufacturing process. The company’s proprietary magnet technology based on Iron Nitride enables magnets that are inherently high magnetization, free of rare earths and other critical materials, and solve supply chain reliability challenges, driving innovation in various industries. Headquartered in Minneapolis, MN, Niron Magnetics comprises a team of professionals with a desire to make a positive impact on the global community. Named one of “America's Top GreenTech Companies” for 2024 and 2025 by TIME Magazine and recipient of the “Innovation of the Year” at the 2025 mHUB Fourth Revolution Awards. The team thinks big, dares to innovate, and strives to impact the planet through technological innovation for customers.

Responsibilities

• Perform sample preparation and operate analytical equipment for advanced materials analysis.
• Work with nano iron nitride powder in a glove box inert environment, requiring physical dexterity, precise mass measurement, handling of epoxies, and detailed work organization.
• Operate analytical equipment such as X‑ray diffractometer (XRD), vibrating sample magnetometer (VSM), oxygen‑nitrogen‑hydrogen (ONH) analyzer, BET specific surface area analyzer, hysteresis graph, SAXS, and laser diffractometer for particle size distribution analysis.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) provided by Niron for measurement methods.
• Suggest improvements to SOPs, develop and implement them, and document if adopted.
• Determine optimal scheduling to ensure timely sample preparation and measurement.
• Perform all duties according to Niron’s Safety Program.

Requirements

• 2‑year degree in a technical field required.
• Excellent hands‑on skills and ability to operate lab equipment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Highly collaborative and able to work within a diverse team environment.
• At least 3 years of industry experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field (preferred).
• 5+ years of industry experience (preferred).
• Experience with 6S programs (preferred).
• Experience with ISO in a manufacturing environment, understanding the importance of following SOPs (preferred).
• Quality and customer mindset (preferred).
• Academic and/or industry experience working with advanced materials (preferred).

Skills

• Hands‑on laboratory skills, including glove box operation, precise weighing, epoxy handling.
• Operation of XRD, VSM, ONH analyzer, BET analyzer, hysteresis graph, SAXS, laser diffractometer.
• Ability to follow and improve SOPs.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Pay

Salary: $22 – $35 hourly, depending on education, experience and skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Mental healthcare coverage.
• 401k plan with company match.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Experience in a fun, high‑performing, manufacturing environment.