Chemical Lab Manager

Jan Resources LLC•Odessa, TX

132d•$90,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Manager oversees daily lab operations, quality control, and technical support for production, frac, and water & solids treatment activities. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on workflow efficiency, analytical accuracy, safety compliance, and real-time decision support for field and plant operations, while supporting the Chemical Engineer and R&D initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering
5+ years of experience managing laboratory operations or quality control programs
Strong understanding of lab-to-field application and performance validation
Experience working alongside field or operations teams in an oil & gas environment

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting oil & gas chemical applications such as H₂S treatment, produced water treatment, frac chemicals, or related programs preferred
Ability to work collaboratively under the direction of a Chemical Engineer and support R&D efforts
Knowledge of SOP procedures for laboratory operations and production-plant processes
Hands-on technical leadership
Strong documentation discipline and operational mindset
Independent, solutions-oriented problem solver

Responsibilities

Manage daily laboratory workflows and ensure accurate, timely testing
Perform and supervise QC testing of raw materials, in-process blends, and finished products
Conduct routine analyses (ICWA, ATP, TSS, TPH, FTIR, amine residuals, etc.)
Maintain inventory of chemicals, reagents, and consumables
Oversee calibration, maintenance, and vendor servicing for laboratory equipment
Ensure proper documentation, data integrity, and adherence to regulatory and ISO laboratory standards
Provide analytical guidance and real-time quality decisions to production and operations teams
Lead testing and optimization of produced-water treatment processes in oilfield operations, including evaluating chemical performance and delivering clear treatability results and operational KPIs
Support troubleshooting of field performance issues and recommend adjustments based on data and lab results
Support development testing under the direction of the Chemical Engineer and in coordination with R&D initiatives
Assist with product trials, performance evaluations, and new chemical implementation
Troubleshoot emulsions and support recommendations for demulsifiers and oil–water separation strategies
Validate field performance through testing and analysis, providing data-driven recommendations