Laboratory Technician

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Job Summary

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Petroleum Lab Tech to join our Caleb Brett team, on site, at our Benicia, CA 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.

About the Role

The Laboratory Technician is responsible for performing duties to support analytical testing for Intertek and its clients. The Laboratory Technician maintains associated records, thus supporting the goal of providing a service to our clients that is accurate, timely and cost-effective.

Key Responsibilities

• Receives, examines and records through a login process, inbound samples for testing.
• Delivers test samples to the staging area.
• Monitors the availability of supplies needed for testing processes and makes any needs for such supplies known to the Laboratory Manager.
• Performs testing of samples and quality control specimens using specified methodology.
• Reviews results against specifications and known expectations.
• May be delegated to issue analysis to clients.
• Prepares samples and quality control specimens.
• Prepares and standardizes reagents and solutions.
• Calibrates equipment needed for the testing processes.
• Verifies and communicates results obtained and makes appropriate entries into instrument logs, control charts, calibration records, laboratory worksheets and any other media whether print or electronic ensuring the validity and traceability of the information.
• Maintains documentation, equipment and work areas in a neat, orderly and safe condition.
• Assists in the training of less experienced employees.
• Carries out all the above responsibilities in a supportive manner with adherence to the Company's Safety Policy and Procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent experience helpful.
• Two years' experience in a laboratory environment helpful.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines.
• Must be detailed-oriented and able to effectively prioritize and organize workload, with efficient time management.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal, written and presentation formats.
• Must possess the fundamental technical and administrative skills required to perform the job duties.
• Must be customer-focused and quality-driven.

Preferred Requirements

• Ability to handle chemical and petroleum products.
• Proficiency in online applications.
• Ability to work all shifts and weekends.
• Ability to perform analytical tasks and communicate results.

Salary and Benefits Information

The base wage or salary range for this position is $28.00 to $ Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.