Chemist II
About The Position
Under the general direction of the Laboratory Supervisor, this position will conduct laboratory analysis, instrument maintenance, instrument calibration and QA/QC compliance on the feedstock and products associated with a complex petroleum refinery. The incumbent will review analytical data and provide technical support to the production laboratory and act as a liaison between the blending, scheduling, testing and transportation functions of the department. This a full-time day shift position which includes rotating weekends and holidays.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor Degree in Chemistry or Science-Related Degree
- 0-4 years' experience in a chemical plant or refining laboratory preferred
- Demonstrated knowledge and or experience in using laboratory database systems and/or instrument operating software preferred.
- Demonstrated proficiency in a laboratory environment and compliance with all Environmental, Health & Safety policies
- Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory testing equipment including Gas Chromatography, Atomic Absorption, X-Ray spectrometers and various other petroleum laboratory testing equipment
- Proficiency with Word and Excel is required
- Must have the ability to analyze data and issue reliable product status reports
- Good problem solving and analytical skills
- Excellent communication skills; both written and oral
- Ability to adjust work schedule to meet the needs of the business and address unexpected issues
- Fluent in English, both oral and written required
Responsibilities
- Perform chemical analysis and quality control testing in the Lab using accepted, published procedures
- Perform calibrations and standardizations to maintain quality in test results
- Maintain the QA/QC program, quality investigations as needed as well as any reports and recordkeeping needed to validate sample results
- Maintain product specifications and purchased material specifications
- Perform special studies to support Operations and Process Engineers troubleshooting production problems
- Review, update, and develop procedures and train Lab Technicians
- Manage lab electronic reporting system and lab equipment repairs
- Recommend and justify new lab equipment and systems
- Provide support to ensure compliant operations required
- May perform non-routine physical and chemical testing of products and processing materials
- Interact with Area Supervisors, Unit Engineers or Unit Operators to help troubleshoot process problems
- Adhere to safe work practices
- Assist the Department Manager and Chief Chemist as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
