Chemical Technician

NewMarket Services•Richmond, VA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Perform industry and Afton specific laboratory tests as requested, complete preliminary analysis, and record data to support R&D projects. Participate in safety related activities and maintain an up-to-date understanding of company, industry and government safety procedures and regulations. Perform industry and Afton specific laboratory tests using established procedures. Assist in development and modification of tests as needed. Develop plan for testing and/or additive blending. Complete preliminary analysis and interpretation of test results. Prepare reports, memos, presentations, etc., and/or enter into database(s), to communicate results to appropriate parties. Handle requests and report results in agreed upon timelines. Operate specialized test equipment in accordance with established procedure. Perform tests accurately to insure reproducibility. Assume responsibilities for the maintenance and trouble shooting of the laboratory equipment and/or instrumentation necessary to perform the laboratory tests. Purchase, maintain, and/or obtain adequate inventory of samples and lab supplies for testing and work area. Maintain work area in a neat, clean, and safe condition. Maintain adequate level of specific as well as general technical expertise through training, seminars, etc., at the direction of management to support required activity. May blend components and/or develop new or modify existing formulations to meet objectives and may analyze various blends and base stocks to determine properties. May perform non-standardized laboratory procedures independently and/or with guidance of experienced personnel. May represent Afton with customers, industry organizations at the direction of management and may train other personnel as necessary. Assure that complete ISO documentation is maintained on all ISO or quality related activities. Participate in ISO related activities and maintain an up-to-date understanding of the ISO function.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent
Demonstrated lab and/or chemistry training, experience or aptitude
Basic computer literacy (i.e. Microsoft Office, Word, Excel).
Demonstrates understanding and application of safe lab practices and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Associate or Bachelor Degree
For NewMarket or Afton employees, an appropriate combination of experiences that will support the required skill base may replace one or more of the specific experience requirements above.

Responsibilities

Participate in safety related activities and maintain an up-to-date understanding of company, industry and government safety procedures and regulations.
Perform industry and Afton specific laboratory tests using established procedures.
Assist in development and modification of tests as needed.
Develop plan for testing and/or additive blending.
Complete preliminary analysis and interpretation of test results.
Prepare reports, memos, presentations, etc., and/or enter into database(s), to communicate results to appropriate parties.
Handle requests and report results in agreed upon timelines.
Operate specialized test equipment in accordance with established procedure.
Perform tests accurately to insure reproducibility.
Assume responsibilities for the maintenance and trouble shooting of the laboratory equipment and/or instrumentation necessary to perform the laboratory tests.
Purchase, maintain, and/or obtain adequate inventory of samples and lab supplies for testing and work area.
Maintain work area in a neat, clean, and safe condition.
Maintain adequate level of specific as well as general technical expertise through training, seminars, etc., at the direction of management to support required activity.
May blend components and/or develop new or modify existing formulations to meet objectives and may analyze various blends and base stocks to determine properties.
May perform non-standardized laboratory procedures independently and/or with guidance of experienced personnel.
May represent Afton with customers, industry organizations at the direction of management and may train other personnel as necessary.
Assure that complete ISO documentation is maintained on all ISO or quality related activities.
Participate in ISO related activities and maintain an up-to-date understanding of the ISO function.