Laboratory Technician Join us as we grow! Our new Randolph, MN location is set to open its doors in early May 2026, and we are beginning the hiring process now. We will be reviewing applications and interviewing on a rolling basis, allowing us to adjust start dates to fit your schedule and business needs. To get you started on the right foot, this position may include in-person training period at our Le Sueur, MN facility. We are excited to offer a $1,000 sign-on bonus for this position, distributed based on your continued success with the team. At Cambria, we take care of our people by offering a great workplace with excellent benefits. On the job, you will enjoy an exceptionally clean, climate controlled environment, paid lunch breaks, a shift differential pay for certain shifts and/or jobs, and Cambria uniforms and boots. Your health and future are covered with medical and dental insurance, life and disability coverage, and a 401(k) with an immediate company match. We also offer paid time off, paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, tuition reimbursement, opportunities for advancement, and an employee referral program. This position is responsible for performing laboratory tests and analyses on raw materials, and intermediate products to ensure quality control and process optimization within the raw material quartz processing facility. This role involves collecting samples, preparing specimens, conducting tests, and documenting results accurately.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Collect samples of raw materials, and intermediate products according to established sampling procedures.
Communicate test results and ensure non-conforming material is processed appropriately
Conduct laboratory tests and analyses, including but not limited to:
- Particle size analysis (e.g., sieve analysis, laser diffraction)
- Color analysis
- Set up and maintain laboratory test equipment
- Input the status of raw materials into the Oracle computer system
- Operate, clean, and maintain all equipment in the lab
- Complete all paperwork in a timely manner and communicate any issues at the shift transition
- Keep work area clean and orderly
- Perform job duties safely as outlined in the Quality Control Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Additional duties as assigned by management
Qualifications:- Ability to read and write in English to complete required documentation
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to acquire and retain all necessary safety certifications
Preferred Qualifications:- Knowledge of Statistical Process Control software
- Critical thinking and troubleshooting skills
- Basic math skills
- Industrial work experience
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in performing tests and recording data.
Minimum Requirements
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience: Industrial Work Experience
Systems: Basic Computer Skills Cambria Success Factors: High attention to detail Reliable and punctual Direct communication Sense of urgency in completing work Capable of multitasking Work well both independently and with a team Self-motivated
Physical Requirements:- Work at varying heights, including on the rooftop of the buildings
- Lift up to 60 lbs.
- Push/pull 100 lbs.
- Stand on feet for long periods of time during a shift for up to 12 hours, with intermittent breaks
- Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by Cambria
- Participate in daily stretch and flex exercises
- Work in an outdoor environment in all weather conditions
- Walk up and down steps multiple times throughout shift
- Handle Chemicals
- Bend over multiple times throughout shift
- Task Based Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Requirements:- Steel toed boots
- Hearing Protection
- Safety glasses
- Cut-proof gloves
- Latex gloves
- Face shield
- High visibility vest
Respirator (employees who are required to wear a respirator must maintain a clean-shaven face in the area where the respirator seals to the skin.)Cambria's starting hourly range for this position is $17.15 - $20.04. Hourly ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the target for new hires for the position. Individual pay is determined by several factors, including work location, job-related experience, and relevant education and/or training.
Cambria offers a competitive benefits package that encompasses Health and Dental Insurance, Paid Time Off, 7 paid Holidays, 401(k) plus matching, Discretionary Profit Sharing, Flexible Spending Account; Life, Supplemental Life, and Disability Insurance; Referral Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Discount and Professional Development Assistance.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
At Cambria, dedication to philanthropy and our people is at the heart of who we are. We strive to make a meaningful difference in the world every day by prioritizing employee well-being and fostering inclusivity and empowerment. Under the banner of Cambria
Cares, our philanthropic endeavors show our commitment to our people and our community to uplift kids, support education, and contribute to a sustainable future.
