Lab Assistant - R&D (Part Time)

Idemitsu Lubricants America•Wixom, MI

29d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our R&D team as a Part Time Lab Assistant, where you’ll get hands-on experience in lubricant testing, help keep our lab running smoothly, and work alongside experienced technicians to support innovation, safety, and quality every day! Location Wixom, Michigan Purpose Of This Position This position will be responsible for performing lubricant test procedures and reporting the results under the guidance of a senior technician. This will include keeping the laboratory neat, clean and organized.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Enrolled in a bachelor’s program in chemistry, engineering, or a related field, or a recent associate degree graduate
Years of Experience: 0 – 2 years laboratory experience (entry level)
Computer skills including data entry, word processing, spreadsheet creation, and modification. Familiarity with SharePoint preferred.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
Good problem-solving skills and mathematical skills.
Self-motivated and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Work well with team members, customers, and vendors.
Able to work in a group setting or independently while meeting deadlines

Responsibilities

Understand the use, handling, and disposal of hazardous chemicals before conducting lab testing.
Running the dishwasher
Replenishing laboratory and blending supplies
Helping to maintain chemical inventory
Support monthly and weekly safety checks
Carry out end of month responsibilities (dumping, refilling chemicals, support inventory)
Entering test data and scanning test sheets, COA(s), SDS(s), misc. documents
Wiping down counter tops, cleaning test equipment, and keeping the lab tidy
Preparing supplies, equipment, and glassware for testing
Unpacking and labelling chemicals in accordance with laboratory protocol
General office tasks - laminating, collecting packages, getting office supplies
Performing basic lubricant testing under the supervision of laboratory staff members in accordance with existing test procedures
Blending trial products with supervision from development team
Read and understand the job hazard analysis and SDS (as needed) for the testing to be performed.
Operate in accordance with all ISO17025/IATF16949 established policies.
Participate in training and accurately records training dates.