What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Technician, 2nd Shift Analytical Lab position at Niron Magnetics, Inc.?
Niron Magnetics is commercializing the first new magnetic material in 40 years with the world’s first advanced manufacturing process for the mass production of permanent magnets powered by its breakthrough material formulation. The company’s proprietary magnet technology based on Iron Nitride enables magnets that are inherently high magnetization, free of rare earths and other critical materials, and solve supply chain reliability challenges, will drive innovation in various industries. Headquartered in Minneapolis, MN, Niron Magnetics is comprised of a team of professionals with a desire to make a positive impact on the global community. We were named one of “America's Top GreenTech Companies” for 2024 and 2025 by TIME Magazine and the “Innovation of the Year” at the 2025 mHUB Fourth Revolution Awards.
Our team is made up of people who think big, dare to innovate, and strive to impact the planet through technological innovation for our customers. Ready to work alongside amazing people, solve complex problems, and leave a legacy? Join our team.
What you’ll do
As a Senior Technician, Analytical Lab, you will perform sample preparation and operate analytical equipment for advanced materials analysis. The input material is a nano material composed of iron nitride used for making bulk permanent magnets.
- Preparation steps will largely be performed using a glove box inert environment because the nano iron nitride powders used to make the samples are unstable in air. This requires physical dexterity inside the glove box, precise measurements of mass in the glove box, handling of epoxies in the glove box, and detailed work organization
- Operate a variety of analytical equipment such as x-ray diffractometer (XRD), vibrating sample magnetometer (VSM), oxygen-nitrogen-hydrogen (ONH) analyzer, BET specific surface area analyzer, Hysteresis Graph, SAXS, and laser diffractometer for particle size distribution analysis
- Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) provided by Niron for carefully developed measurement methods
- Although SOPs must be followed, this individual will be encouraged to suggest improvements to the procedures, develop and implement these improvements, and document them if adopted by Niron
- Determine optimal scheduling to ensure samples are prepared and measured in a timely fashion
- Perform all duties according to Niron’s Safety Program
What we’re looking for
- 2-year degree in technical field required
- Excellent hands-on skills and ability to operate lab equipment
- Strong attention to detail
- Must be highly collaborative and able to work within a diverse team environment
- At least 3 years of industry experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Preferred qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field
- 5 years of industry experience
- Experience with 6S programs
- Experience with ISO in manufacturing environment with understanding of the importance of following standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Quality and customer mindset
- Academic and/or industry experience working with advanced materials
2nd Shift Schedule at Niron
The baseline structure of Niron’s 2nd Shift is Monday to Thursday 3PM to 12AM. However, your work may necessitate flexibility beyond stated hours.
Our pay and benefits
- Salary: $60,000 -80,000 annually, depending on education, experience and skills
- Equity position in Niron via stock option grant
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Mental healthcare
- 401k plan with company match
- Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
- Experience in a fun, high-performing, manufacturing environment
Salary : $60,000 - $80,000