Laboratory Technologist

Want to build a brighter, bolder future and cultivate your career? Join Ecolab’s team and help create a world in which we all thrive.

Ecolab is seeking a Laboratory Technologist to join our team in Eagen, Minnesota. As a Laboratory Technologist, you’ll support the development of new processes and test methods by performing stability testing, process characterization, and quality analysis. You’ll also maintain and troubleshoot lab instruments, contribute to continuous improvement, and grow into a subject matter expert—eventually mentoring and training new technicians as part of a high-performing team.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Assist in development of formulations for a variety of applications 
• Participate in scientific discussion, critical thinking and innovation projects
• Assist in maintaining the productivity and organization of a process lab
• Maintain and develop Standard Operating Procedures and experiment in creation of new test methods
• Assist in experimental process execution and analysis
• Use laboratory equipment and complex pieces of equipment
• Maintain a clean and safe workspace; be a safety leader for the lab
• Make measurements, perform several quantitative and qualitative tests, perform data analysis, evaluate experimental results and investigate new process test methods
• Write summaries, procedures and appropriate documentation and supply to internal customers
• Use laboratory/process equipment and perform troubleshooting/preventative maintenance as needed
  
  

Position Details

• Plant Location:   Eagen, Minnesota
• Work Week & Shift: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
  
  

What’s Unique About This Role

• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives and ideas to achieve our best
• Be part of a company that values a culture of safety that includes top-notch safety training and personal protective equipment
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED 
• 6 years of lab/chemical experience
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Teams, Outlook)
• Immigration sponsorship not available for this role
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, or relevant science discipline
• Proficiency and expertise in utilizing, calibrating, and maintaining technical laboratory equipment
• Experience with statistical methods for data analysis and trending
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, including excellent oral and technical writing capabilities
• Experience multi-tasking and managing numerous projects simultaneously
  
  

What’s In It For You

• Starting on Day 1: Access to our comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, company-paid pension, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, select discounted childcare resources, and more! 
• The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments 
• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth 
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best 
  
  

About Ecolab

At Ecolab, we prioritize our talent-first philosophy by creating the most capable and diverse team to excel at our nearly three million customer sites. Building on a century of innovation, our 48,000 associates help deliver comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and world-class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world. Our solutions not only enhance operational efficiency but also contribute to sustainability and public health, making a positive impact on the world. We are committed to eliminating unnecessary complexities and embracing a beginner's mindset, continuously seeking new perspectives and innovative solutions to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world.

Annual Or Hourly Compensation Range

$50000 - $80000 Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits

Ecolab provides the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, auto insurance, home insurance, pet insurance, identity theft protection, short-term and long-term disability, 401k, pension plans, retirement health care benefits, short-term incentives, vacation (12 days), holidays, parental leave, employee stock purchase plans (Full-Time Associates), discount on day care services and caregiver services, adoption assistance, group legal services, employee assistance program, employee discount program, and education assistance program, on-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations. Click here for additional benefits information. If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.

Potential Customer Requirements Notice

To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:

• Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.
• Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.
  
  

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)

Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA).

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.