Associate Technician

Castrol; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 63,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Castrol in Wayne, NJ is seeking an Associate Technician, Product Development, to support driveline and thermal management fluid teams through hands-on lab activities.

You will assist blending, sample prep, testing, material handling, and documentation, working under the Team Leader and technologists to ensure safe, accurate results and timely project milestones.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in chemistry, engineering, science, or a related discipline required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Hands-on laboratory exposure through coursework, internship, co-op, or work experience.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with ability to manage multiple assignments.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe, accurate lab work.

Responsibilities

• Manage and prioritize laboratory blending activities and testing requests.
• Conduct laboratory blending and support product development studies.
• Prepare, handle, and submit samples for testing.
• Support testing and evaluation of new raw materials.
• Manage incoming raw materials, storage, quality checks, and safety docs.
• Support laboratory operating procedures, calibration, and maintenance.
• Maintain high standards for sample handling, organization, and safety.
• Coordinate training for new starters and visitors on equipment and blending.

Skills

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Interpersonal communication

Collaboration

Education

Associate degree in chemistry/engineering/science

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Castrol is one of the world’s leading lubricant brands, serving customers and consumers in the automotive, marine, industrial and energy sectors. Castrol brands are recognised globally for their premium quality and high performance, shaped by the company’s commitment to innovation and cutting-edge technology. With products sold in more than 150 countries, Castrol has helped keep things moving on roads and racetracks, air, sea, and space for over 125 years.

Whether you're just starting out or ready for your next big move, you're in the right place to explore an exciting career with Castrol.

Job Description

About the team: The Emerging Specifications Product Development Team is part of Castrol’s Applied Sciences organization and supports the development of innovative automotive and industrial lubricant technologies. Our Wayne, New Jersey laboratory conducts research, product development, deployment, and technical service activities using a range of advanced laboratory and research equipment.

As an Associate Technician, Product Development, you will support the Driveline and Thermal Management Fluid teams through hands-on laboratory activities. Working under the guidance of the Team Leader and alongside Product Development Technologists, you will help ensure laboratory blending, sample preparation, testing, and related activities are completed safely, accurately, and on time.

Key tasks

• Manage and prioritize laboratory blending activities and performance testing requests in support of Product Development Technologists and the Team Leader.
• Conduct laboratory blending and support product development studies.
• Prepare, handle, and submit samples for internal and external testing.
• Support testing and evaluation of new raw materials.
• Manage incoming raw materials, including appropriate storage, stock control, quality checks, and safety documentation.
• Support laboratory operating procedures, including equipment calibration, raw material storage, and equipment maintenance.
• Help maintain high standards for sample handling, laboratory organization, safety, and overall laboratory practices.
• Coordinate training for new starters and visitors on laboratory equipment, blending activities, and raw material handling.
• Support the purchase of laboratory consumables and equipment.
• Work closely with the Team Leader and Product Development Technologists to ensure laboratory activities are performed in accordance with applicable HSE requirements and laboratory standards.
• Organize and prioritize multiple blending and laboratory requests to ensure high-quality work is delivered within required timelines.

Experience Required

• Associate degree in chemistry, engineering, science, or a related discipline required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Hands-on laboratory exposure through academic coursework, an internship, co-op, or professional experience.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments and laboratory activities.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to performing laboratory work accurately and safely.
• Collaborative approach to working with colleagues and internal customers.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with laboratory blending, sample preparation, raw material handling, inventory, quality control, or laboratory equipment is desirable but not required.
• Previous exposure to lubricants, automotive fluids, formulation, or product development is desirable but not required.

Salary range

$63,000 - $90,000 USD

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