Lab Technician

Essential Job Functions

Laboratory Technicians could be assigned to work in Gas Chromatography Analysis (“GC”), General Analysis (“GA”), or both. Abilities within these essential duties should increase with experience, time and training.

• Conducts analysis of samples from multiple processes and products
• Sets up and conducts chemical experiments, tests, and analyses using techniques such as chromatography, spectroscopy, physical and chemical separation techniques, and microscopy
• Handles GC and/or GA analysis of samples taken from active processes, completed product, process water, and raw materials
• Utilizes standard laboratory equipment; trains others on equipment as abilities and knowledge increase
• Reports analysis results and findings to various departments as required
• Compiles results of tests and analyses; records analysis results in logs, systems, and other appropriate files;
• Performs Gas Chromatography Analysis
• Conducts routine and special analyses of various products and samples
• Assists in setting up G/C analyses and methods
• Performs general analysis; analyzes service and waste water
• Conducts routine tests in accordance with standard procedures and methods
• Reviews methods as requested; assists in setting up general analysis methods
• Assists with lab equipment settings and modifications as trained
• Monitors product quality to ensure compliance to standards and specifications
• Works with purchasing for spare parts, reagent and other required lab items procurement
• Troubleshoots equipment as trained
• Checks equipment; assists with calibration of various laboratory equipment as necessary
• Provides technical support and assistance to chemists and engineers as requested
• Abides by all safety procedures and practices applicable to location and position; participates in appropriate safety training; demonstrates commitment to and support of EHSS principles and values; champions safety
• Performs other duties assigned by management that generally fall within the expected scope of this position

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Experience Requirement

• Minimum of 1 to 5 years’ laboratory experience in a petrochemical plant or similar environment
• Knowledge of and experience with laboratory equipment including, but not limited to, Gas chromatography (GC), Gas Spectrometry-Mass Spectrometry (GS/MS) and general analysis equipment and methods
• Ability and experience in working with batch and continuous operations in laboratory environment
• Experience setting up a new laboratory and developing processes, methods, testing, etc. helpful
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and follow through on assignments
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite; ability to use database systems and other programs and applications used by this position and at Company
• Fluent in English language including reading, writing and speaking; ability to read and write at a minimum of high school level; ability to clearly communicate to all levels in organization

Education Requirement

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Technical school degree for the lab or bachelor’s degree in science area such as chemistry preferred

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position requires an employee to be in a lab environment. There will be exposure to various chemicals and compounds, including fumes and smells, some of them hazardous. Employee must be able to wear PPE required by the location. General lab noise from equipment may be experienced. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. All environments are safe with appropriate PPE.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, speak and hear. The employee is required to stand (possibly for long periods of time), use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; the employee may be required, on occasion, to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty (20) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Employee may be required to travel by air, rail, bus, or car.