Refinery Laboratory Technician

Position Summary:

Responsible for performing a variety of analytical procedures related to quality control testing, process support, project engineering and customer issues related to petroleum products.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to the following):

• Perform a wide variety of routine analytical tests such as distillations, vapor pressure, pour point, flash point, etc. on petroleum products, refinery related chemicals, and wastewater.
• Perform statistical quality control (SQC) testing and utilize statistical principles to monitor the precision and accuracy of laboratory measurement systems.
• Perform quality control / quality assurance testing of refinery “Finished Products”, process stream samples, customer submitted samples, and incoming products.
• Perform duties related to the everyday operation of the Laboratory, as well as any duties assigned by the Chief Chemist or Laboratory Manager.
• Ensure correctness of Laboratory generated data.
• Assist refinery operations and technical services personnel with investigative situations.
• Handle hazardous waste involved in sampling and testing as directed by the Chief Chemist and Laboratory Manager.
• Calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain Lab instrumentation.
• Provide assistance and training to Laboratory Technicians.
• Inventory and place order requests for supplies and consumables.
• Perform safety inspections.

Job Qualifications (refers to job, not incumbent):

Education: High School Diploma required. Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or related science field is preferred.

Experience: 1-2 years’ experience working in a similar capacity at a chemical processing, refining, or laboratory testing facility.

Licenses, Certifications or Registrations: Employee must have valid driver’s license if operating a company vehicle or their own vehicle for work purposes.

Other:

• Applies critical thinking skills to interpret deviations from statistical trends and form logical conclusions to formulate resolutions.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from Laboratory Supervisor, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, follow standard operating procedures, and take on additional job responsibilities as needed.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the Laboratory Team.
• Good interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Demonstrate ability to understand and utilize various software programs.
• Math skills to take fluid and solids measurements.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office platform.