Laboratory Technician II- Weekends
Job in
Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota, 55430, USA
Listed on 2026-01-19
Listing for:
Medtronic Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-19
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Quality Engineering, Research Scientist, Manufacturing Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
A Day in the Life
The Laboratory Technician works with scientists, engineers, and technicians supporting quality control, product support & development testing. The technician will perform sample preparation and analysis as part of a laboratory team. The technician will review, authorize and report results, support document creation and revision, and participate in continuous improvement projects for the lab. The role functions as part of the Analytical Laboratory that works under ISO
17025 requirements in the medical device field.
Position Responsibilities
* Support sample registration, labeling, traceability, and storage.
* Perform sample preparation including:
* Sectioning with trim saw and automated mill
* Mounting using various medias
* Grinding and polishing using Abrapol and Tegramin grinders
* Surface etching with acids
* Use a microscope as an analysis tool for dimensional measurement and evaluation of surface features
* Equipment set up, cleaning, troubleshooting, calibration, and operation
* Real time documentation of test protocols and data collection
* Author and review laboratory processes
* Assist engineers and scientist in equipment and process qualifications
* Participate in and or lead continuous improvement projects
* Perform general support including preparing chemical solutions and maintaining inventory of consumable supplies
* Perform work in adherence to procedures, department policies and regulatory requirements
Basic Qualifications
* Minimum of 2 years related experience in technical areas such as in metallurgical, electronic, mechanical or related technical discipline.
* Good written and verbal communication skills to interface effectively with clients, laboratory personnel, and other functions
* Proficient with Microsoft Office programs including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
* Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced team environment
* Ability to prioritize and execute on daily tasks
* Ability to work and be effective with minimal supervision
Desired/Preferred Qualifications
A successful candidate will have experience working in a laboratory setting. Preferred qualifications include:
* 2-year technical degree in metallurgical, electronic, mechanical or related technical discipline.
* Experience working in and documenting experiments in a highly regulated environment.
* Experience with Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
* Experience with continuous improvement tools such as, Lean Sigma or Six Sigma.
* Experience and understanding of cGMP, ISO
17025, FDA and ICH requirements.
Physical
Job Requirements
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required to be able to stand / sit / walk 8 hrs per day or possible extended periods of time doing laboratory work.
Physical
Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and…
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