Research Technologist
HF Sinclair•Mississauga, ON
•Hybrid
About The Position
Petro-Canada Lubricants Inc. (PCLI), an HF Sinclair company is seeking a full-time, entry level Research Technologist. Reporting to the Product Development Manager, the Research Technologist will provide laboratory support for lubricant product research and development.
Requirements
- Experience in a chemical or petroleum product laboratory environment
- 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
- 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 to your success
- Demonstrate solid written and verbal communication skills
- Self-starter, willing to take the initiative on new tasks and projects
Nice To Haves
- Hands-on maintenance and troubleshooting experience in FTIR, HPLC and GC-MS is preferred
- Industry experience in Analytical Chemistry and Analytical Instrumentations
- Experience in implementation and testing requirements of American Standard Test Method (ASTM)
- Experience in method development and validation
- Previous experience in Lubricants products analysis
Responsibilities
- Lubricant product development laboratory support
- Assist in formulation development
- Blending of prototype product samples including both 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 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
- Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their supervisor, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion
Benefits
- Salary range for this position is $60,000 - $70,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
