Principle Lab Technician

Ecolab, the global leader in premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional and industrial markets is seeking Principle Lab Technician
. The Principle Lab Technician plays a hybrid role supporting lab testing, tactical quality execution, and quality systems. This individual works cross‑functionally with production, warehouse, planning, and laboratory teams to ensure timely and accurate quality disposition of inventory, adherence to procedures, and operational support. The role is split across lab support, plant‑floor execution, and documentation responsibilities.

• 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
• Comprehensive benefits package starting day one of employment including medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more

• Provide laboratory support to team, working with multiple project leaders as needed
• Become the team expert in laboratory test methods, running tests for the team when required
• Perform routine SAP quality transactions (batch status updates, block/release)
• Support stability testing program
• Document test results clearly and flag out‑of‑spec results
• Support documentation control (SOPs, training records, calibration records)
• Coordinate quality control of labels
• Conduct physical inventory checks to support blocked inventory reviews and stock movement decisions
• Assist in lab compliance activities (e.g., retain room checks, batch code verification, label verification, instrument readiness)
• Maintain records in eQMS, SAP, and Excel trackers (CAPA logs, WHSL extensions, inventory blocks, pack sheets)
• Actively participate in project work as needed, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to support quality initiatives and continuous improvement efforts
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Plant location:
  Eagan, MN
• Work week and shift:
  Monday – Friday 7:00am – 3:30pm (days and hours are subject to change based on business needs). In‑person 5 days a week at the Eagan Manufacturing Plant

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field; 3-4 years of experience working in a lab environment
• Experience with lab testing (i.e., pH, viscosity, refractive index, titrations)
• No immigration sponsorship available for this opportunity

• Ability to multi‑task and work independently
• Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 or GMP standards in a manufacturing setting
• Experience with in‑process quality support on the production floor (i.e., line audits, batch record reviews, FPF tracking)
• Proficiency using SAP or ERP systems
• Strong written documentation and verbal communication skills
• A high attention to detail and quality results
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

The pay range for this position is $63,500.00 – $95,400.00. 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.

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market‑competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. To see our benefits, visit

• 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

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…