Manufacturing Technician Job at Minnesota Staffing in Minneapolis

Manufacturing Technician

Location: Onsite in Minneapolis, MN

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm (can be slightly flexible on start time)

Pay rate: $25-30 per hour dependent upon level of education and experience

The Manufacturing Technician works in a laboratory manufacturing environment, operating and maintaining semi-automated equipment to fill liquid products into microtiter plates and vials and to package finished products. The role includes performing in-process quality checks, maintaining batch documentation, and supporting equipment troubleshooting.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate specialized production equipment (e.g., plate fillers and vial filling systems) to dispense liquid products into microplates and vials
• Package standard vials into plastic pouches using automated or semi-automated packaging equipment
• Perform batching, labeling, and packaging manually or with automated systems
• Conduct in-process sampling, inspection, and testing using microscopes and other lab tools to verify batch specifications
• Set up, calibrate, clean, and operate semi-automated manufacturing equipment
• Maintain accurate batch records, production documentation, and component inventory
• Adhere to laboratory protocols, SOPs, and safety and regulatory requirements
• Assist with equipment troubleshooting and collaborate with facilities or technical teams to minimize downtime
• Meet production cycle times and quality expectations consistently
• Follow daily work instructions and priorities established by production leadership
• Support a safe, organized, and compliant work environment
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required with 13 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, automation, or laboratory environments

Will consider entry-level graduates with a strong science background

Hands-on experience with general laboratory equipment such as pipettes, analytical balances, microscopes, incubators, or degassing devices required

Prior experience operating material handling or automated packaging equipment preferred

Ability to work independently on routine tasks; more experienced candidates may work with minimal supervision

Ability to operate general laboratory equipment and automated material handling systems

Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment