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Aerotek Technician I in MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota
Job Title: Technician I Job Description
The Technician I will assist in the setup, operation, disassembly, and cleaning of chemical process equipment and systems for pilot scale testing. This role requires working under the supervision of the Process Development Manager and Process Development Engineers.
Responsibilities
Review test paperwork, including test request forms, PFDs, P&IDs, and SDSs, and ask questions as needed.
Pull material from storage using electric pallet jacks, and dump resin or material into mixer and processing machines according to SOP and batch order.
Perform basic plumbing and run process utility lines including hot oil, steam, water, and electrical.
Inspect and set up process equipment, instrumentation, and controls, including installation of instrumentation, utility plumbing, valves, insulation, and guarding.
Calibrate and operate mixing and processing equipment, feeders, and pumps.
Monitor, inspect, and test equipment, making adjustments and pressure changes as required.
Conduct mechanical checkouts of equipment and systems with the Process Development Engineer and correct issues as they arise.
Calibrate and operate process feeders and pumps.
Complete appropriate test paperwork, including equipment settings and feed/product rates.
Take samples and label them during tests as directed by the Process Development Engineer.
Disassemble equipment and systems, clean them, and store them appropriately. Collect, weigh, and label all materials.
Assist the Process Development Engineer with inventory of all materials before and after testing.
Move drums or containers of finished product (up to 180 lbs) to pallets, and operate sit-down forklift to move finished pallets to shipping and storage.
Essential Skills
At least 1 year of experience in chemical processing, blending, or mixing operation and testing.
High mechanical aptitude with hand and power tools.
6+ months of experience in setup, maintenance, or troubleshooting of machines and equipment.
Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
Proficiency in shop math, including basic fractions, conversions, measurements, scale, and testing.
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Ability to repair and troubleshoot pneumatics, electrical, and mechanical systems.
Forklift operation experience.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with forklift or pallet jack operation.
Handling hazardous materials experience.
Testing and sampling experience.
Material handling skills.
Why Work Here?
Join a growing company that offers excellent long-term growth and promotes from within. Enjoy a team-oriented culture with opportunities for collaboration. Employees receive uniforms with their names, steel toe boot reimbursement, and comprehensive medical and dental benefits. Take advantage of 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and generous PTO. Benefit from an annual wellness day, child-tuition savings account, matching 401K, profit-sharing bonuses, and an annual company outing. Listen to music while working with earbuds.
Work Environment
Work in a dynamic industrial chemical processing environment with a 1st shift schedule from 6am-2:30pm, Monday through Friday, with occasional overtime. The facility can be hot during summer and includes proper ventilation and face masks for safety. Work occurs on both lower and upper levels, involving forklifts, pallet jacks, and a freight elevator. Uniforms are provided, and locker rooms are available for use.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of MINNEAPOLIS, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $62500.00/yr.
Excellent medical/dental benefits (company paid 75% of medical and dental benefits) - 11 Paid Holidays and 1 floating holiday (Holidays paid day one while on contract) - Tuition reimbursement - has to be related to with current position or another position that be reasonably attainable within the company - Generous PTO/Vacation (2 weeks year one but can earn more with time) - Annually Wellness Day off with up to $100 reimbursement. - Employees will have to complete a yearly physical to be able to take a Wellness Day off. This day is paid by Bepex. This can be used for any activities you choose, it can be a spa day, fishing, golfing, etc - Child-Tuition Savings account, Bepex contribution of a dollar for dollar match up to $2,500 per year. - Job Titles don't matter type environment, love ideas and collaboration from every employee day one or 20 – - Matching 401 K - Profit Sharing bonuses Annually - Annual company outing - Can wear ear bud and listen to music
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in MINNEAPOLIS,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.