Lab Technician

HF Sinclair•Sinclair, WY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

HF Sinclair in Sinclair, WY is seeking a Lab Technician who would conduct physical and chemical testing on refinery process streams including intermediate, finished fuels and laboratory quality control samples. This position is accountable for certification of finished fuel in accordance with ASTM specifications and routine analysis of both hydrocarbon and aqueous samples using established analytical methods.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Proficiency with spreadsheet and word-processing software applications.
Good mechanical ability and understanding of operational principles of assigned areas laboratory testing instruments.
Ability to effectively communicate with others, both written and verbal communication.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, basic reading and writing skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors Degree in Chemistry preferred.
Physical or Biological Sciences Bachelors Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience working in an industrial laboratory.

Responsibilities

Provide accurate and timely data entry of lab results.
Possess LIMS proficiency in sample login, data entry and SQC charting.
Read and understand all analysis procedures and safety standards in English, including American Society for Testing and Materials methods of analysis and other analytical standards and procedures used in the laboratory.
Assist in or perform accurate and repeatable analysis as assigned by the Laboratory Manager, Chemists or Lab Supervisor.
Participate in proficiency testing programs in accordance with applicable standards and good laboratory practices.
Work with and around sensitive and delicate lab instrumentation, understanding the importance of proper operation and treatment.
Prepare chemical solutions according to standard formulas.
Exercise procedural, safety and quality requirements and strictly follow company policies.
Attend all safety and laboratory training sessions and fulfill testing requirements.
During scheduled shifts, be able to work by yourself in a safety conscience manner.
Possess competency in lab techniques showing consistent and proper use of instrumentation, equipment and glassware.
Work rotating shifts with flexibility in shift schedules.
Possessing critical thinking and communication skills is mandatory.
Follow-through on commitments made to others.
Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their supervisor, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion.