Technician, Lab Petroleum - Gas Chromatography

Intertek•St. Rose, LA

1d•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 Gas Chromatography Petroleum Laboratory Technician to join our Caleb Brett team in St. Rose, LA. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in petrochemical 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 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.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in a related Science Field
Two years GC Petroleum Lab Experience is required
Ability to identify problems, collect data, and draw valid conclusions
Experience with Laboratory Information Systems

Nice To Haves

Experience with Agilent GC instruments preferred
Additional experience with HPLC, SFC, GC-Vuv, and IC/CIC a plus

Responsibilities

Perform instrument calibrations and verification checks to maintain analytical integrity.
Demonstrate advanced technical problem-solving skills to reduce reliance on external service providers and improve laboratory cost efficiency.
Assist with laboratory investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement programs to enhance overall data reliability.
Assist in department method development, validation, optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Prepare reagents, standards, calibration mixtures, and quality control samples.
Maintain department inventory, including reagents, consumables, standards, and spare parts.
Collaborate with laboratory management to restore and maintain instrument functionality during critical operational periods.
Support department efficiency initiatives by identifying opportunities for process improvements and workflow enhancements.
Train new laboratory personnel in analytical methods, laboratory procedures, safety requirements, and instrument operation.
Contribute to maintaining sample turnaround times through effective prioritization and coordination of laboratory activities.