Laboratory Technician

Your Job

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.

This role also offers a flexible 9/80's work schedule, meaning there is the potential for

every other Friday off depending on workload.

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!

What You Will Do



* 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)

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)



* 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

What Will Put You Ahead



* 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

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.

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