Laboratory Technician -Petroleum

Intertek•New Haven, CT

12h•$35 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Laboratory Technician - Petroleum to join our Caleb Brett team in New Haven, Connecticut. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in cargo inspection and analytical assessment. Intertek Caleb Brett provides specialized Cargo inspection and analytical assessment services to the oil and gas, chemical and other commodities markets. With a global network of laboratories, 24/7 availability, and more than 130 years of exceptional customer service, our customers receive independent inspection and testing with industry-leading customer service. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life. The Laboratory Technician - Petroleum is responsible for testing various petroleum and petrochemical, crude and refined products, to ensure quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. Key duties include prepping, and testing samples, operating/calibrating equipment, documenting results in LIMS, troubleshooting issues, maintaining strict safety protocols in the lab, and the occasional transport of lab materials. Shift/Schedule: 40 hours per week, overtime as needed, including nights, weekends, and public holidays, as needed.

Requirements

College course work, or Technical Degree in Science, or relevant work experience
Ability to multi-task in high production testing areas
Must be a self-starter and able to work independently
Must possess good math and observation skills
Must demonstrate excellent team communication, coordination and cooperation
Must demonstrate ability to follow standard and non-standard procedures
Must demonstrate ability to utilize non-complex and complex instrumentation
Must be able to work overtime as business needs dictate
Ability to regularly lift/carry up to 40 pounds
Ability to occasionally lift/carry up to 50 pounds
Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
Current Driver's License with Reliable Driving Record Is Required

Nice To Haves

Degree in Science Field
Strong mechanical aptitude
Proficiency using LIMS applications
Strong computer aptitude

Responsibilities

Perform numerous chemical and physical tests based on American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) methods or accepted industry standards in multiple test areas
Perform equipment calibration, maintenance and basic troubleshooting
Maintain quality records, control charts, and lab supply inventories
Record data on appropriate data sheets and report data to LIMS system
Participate in cross training as needed
Clean glassware and test equipment
Prepare reagents as needed
Comply with safety, quality and housekeeping requirements
Perform Sample Retention and Management
Occasional transport of Lab Materials, to offsite locations