Lab Specialist

LiquidPower Specialty Products Inc. (LSPI) is the global leader in the science of drag reduction. In 2014 LSPI was acquired by Berkshire Hathaway, having previously been a wholly owned subsidiary of Phillips 66. LSPI provides flow improver solutions, delivering strategic value to its customers by maximizing the flow potential of pipelines while increasing their operational flexibility, capacity and economic performance. LSPI works with companies in more than 35 countries to solve pipeline flow needs, treating more than 12 million barrels of hydrocarbon liquids a day and providing customers with a total package solution that includes flow improver products and the right injection equipment. LSPI leading brands are LiquidPower™, ExtremePower® and RefinedPower™. 

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 Summary:  

Responsible for supporting operations, Quality Control lab, and test authorizations. The Lab Specialist will be responsible for day-to-day monitoring of production quality through random sample testing and raw material CofA (Certificate of Analysis) results, FIT meeting participation and working in coordination with the shift lab Operators and Technicians at the Ponca City location.  Receives functional guidance from the Manufacturing Quality Manager. Role is not limited to the above listed responsibilities and may include other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities:

• QC Lab
  • Procedures
  • Maintain equipment and instruments in the lab through routine maintenance and trouble shooting
  • Perform testing
  • Discuss results and recommend necessary corrective actions
  • Document and record retention management
  • Verify/calibrate lab instruments
  • Conduct weekly inventory of all lab supplies
• Product Assurance
  • Control Chart developer /reviewer
  • Raw Material monitoring
• Provide TA (Test Authorization) support
• Process SAP requisitions for lab Materials
• Serve as backup to Manager, Manufacturing Quality as appropriate
• Capital Improvements
  • Provide project support for QC Lab
• HSE
  • Waste Management
  • Hazard awareness & reviews
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Competencies:

• Interpersonal skills
• Team building skills
• Planning and organizational skills
• Balance short-term and long-term organizational goals.
• Clear communication skills
• Results oriented
• Good organizational and prioritization skills
• Ability to multi task
• Computer skills (i.e. Lotus Approach, Microsoft Office, statistical software, Outlook)

Education & Experience:

• High School Degree or equivalent
• 2 years’ experience working in a laboratory and/or manufacturing preferred