Chemist, II

SGS • Midland, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for analysis and reporting of various products such as crude oil, fuel oils, middle distillates, petroleum and petrochemicals, LPG & LNG gases, etc. This role involves hands-on laboratory analysis, understanding and adhering to laboratory safety and reporting techniques, and potentially providing guidance and supervisory duties to Laboratory Technicians. The position requires a dependable and reliable individual who contributes to the department's success through daily presence and consistent performance of quality control duties. The role also includes participation in external and internal audits.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related sciences (Required)
• 2+ years of experience in a regulated commercial lab environment. (Required)
• Knowledge of scientific principles OR Associate Degree in Chemistry or similar discipline (Required)
• 5+ years of laboratory experience (Required)
• Knowledgeable in ASTM standards. (Required)
• Must be able to work with all chemical, petrochemical and petroleum products. (Required)
• Must be able to differentiate between colors accurately by sight. (Required)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from individuals and/or groups both within the organization. (Required)
• Ability to synthesize information from a variety of sources into solutions and work effectively under pressure while acting accordingly to the SGS standards of ethics and integrity. (Required)
• High level of accuracy is required, with special attention to details. (Required)
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, while balancing numerous projects concurrently with different deadlines. (Required)

Responsibilities

• Perform all Laboratory analysis (hands-on working on the Bench).
• Understand and keep current with all Laboratory safety and reporting techniques.
• Provide guidance to Laboratory Technicians to maintain proper level of training among Laboratory personnel, which can include supervisory duties.
• Understand and keep current with all Laboratory analysis methods.
• Responsible for the operation of Gas Chromatograph and other Laboratory equipment.
• Perform quality control duties on a daily basis.
• External and internal witnessing and participation in audits.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level