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Our Opportunity:

Construction / Materials Testing Associate

Location: Minneapolis - Saint Paul

Summary

The position offers a blended role combining construction builds and materials testing. Under direction of Lead R & D Scientist you will construct floor / ceiling assemblies for testing.  In addition, you will work with a variety of materials relevant to the construction industry including cements, polymers, adhesives, and chemical admixtures.  

Key duties include:

• Construct floor / ceiling assemblies for testing.
• Organize and maintain cleanliness in acoustical lab, R&D large scale mock-up lab, and shipping areas.  
• Organize construction material storage and acoustical testing samples.
• Coordinate and order construction materials needed for many different types of floor and ceiling assemblies.
• Prepare samples for testing at a range of scales. Activities include mixing or powders and liquids, pouring, cutting, and polishing.
• Operate and maintain a variety of construction and laboratory equipment and tools. 

Key Requirements Include:

• Five or more years experience in any of the following: framing and finish carpentry; using a variety of hand and power tools; rigging and knowledge of rigging calculations; mixing, placing, and finishing concrete and operating concrete equipment, and/or welding experience.
• Technical degree or laboratory experience is a plus.
• Work safely around chemicals, high temperatures, power tools and equipment.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to contribute to team projects; have a collaborative and positive attitude.
• Ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders, including direct customer support.
• Required software skills are Microsoft Office, and ability to learn lab instrument software.

Client offers a highly competitive salary and benefits that include health insurance, dental insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, matching 401(k), paid vacation,

If you are a focused and energetic professional apply today.  Please be assured that the relationship between us and you will be based upon mutual respect and confidentiality.