Laboratory Technician-Petroleum

Intertek•Texas City, TX

29d•Onsite

About The Position

Lab Technician - Petroleum - Onsite Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Lab Technician to join our Caleb Brett team, on site, at our Texas City facility. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the Inspection and Testing business, with Intertek, a Global and Award winning leader in the ATIC Industry! 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 / Caleb Brett 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. What are we looking for? The Lab Technician is responsible for performing numerous and varied tests according to ASTM methods. This position will involve working inside a complex and sophisticated laboratory facility with a team of successful chemists and technicians.

Requirements

Must demonstrate ability to multi-task in high production testing areas.
Must possess good math and observation skills.
Must demonstrate proficiency using LIMS applications and established chemistry lab processes.
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 44 pounds.
Ability to occasionally lift/carry up to 49 pounds.
Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
Prior experience and exposure to various chemicals

Nice To Haves

Prefer proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
High school diploma or GED preferred

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.
Assist with equipment calibration, maintenance and basic troubleshooting.
Clean glassware and test equipment.
Assist with preparing reagents as needed.
Record data on appropriate data sheets and reports data to LIMS system.
Responsible for maintaining quality records, control charts, and lab supply inventories.
Responsible for complying with safety, quality and housekeeping requirements.
Participates in cross training as needed.