Research Technologist

HF Sinclair•Mississauga, ON

2d•CA$60,000 - CA$70,000•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Product Specialist Supervisor, the Research Technologist will provide laboratory support for lubricant product research and development. This role involves assisting in formulation development, blending prototype product samples (both small scale and large scale), and executing physical testing of samples. The technologist will also develop, implement, and maintain test methods, document all blends and test results, and maintain the laboratory and additive inventory. Collaboration with product specialists, technicians, and technologists is expected, as is providing product issue resolution support. Adherence to safety, quality (ISO 9001, ISO/TS 16949), and environmental (ISO 14001) procedures is mandatory. The role also includes assisting with product shipping documentation and executing other assigned research and development tasks.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree or Diploma in Chemical or Chemical Engineering Technology
Demonstrate knowledge and capability in lubricant formulation development, sample blending and testing
Excellent laboratory bench technique and ability to handle multiple tasks in parallel
Excellent computer skills will be put to use preparing data for analysis and building and maintaining spreadsheets and reports
Ability to work well within a team and independently is critical
Demonstrate solid written and verbal communication skills
Self-starter, willing to take the initiative on new tasks and projects
Ability to operate a forklift (licensed training provided)
Knowledge of Transportation of Dangerous Goods / TDG (training provided)

Nice To Haves

Experience in a chemical or petroleum product laboratory environment preferred
Experience in implementation and testing requirements of ASTM International standardized test methods for lubricants and related products
Experience in method development, validation and quality system documentation

Responsibilities

Provide laboratory support for lubricant product research and development.
Assist in formulation development.
Blend prototype product samples, including small scale and large scale (pilot blending plant) blends.
Execute physical testing of samples and coordinate testing with external laboratories.
Develop, implement, and maintain test methods for use in lubricant product development, problem solving, and customer assistance.
Display good laboratory bench techniques and show initiative in carrying out tasks.
Document and maintain records of all blends and test results.
Maintain and organize the laboratory, including additive inventory.
Work collaboratively with product specialists, technicians, and technologists.
Provide product issue resolution support and collaborate within the organization to solve problems.
Adhere to all safety, quality (ISO 9001, ISO/TS 16949), and environmental (ISO 14001) procedures in the laboratory, document and maintain records.
Assist with product shipping documentation, including large scale shipments.
Execute other assigned research and development tasks.