Chemical Laboratory Technician

Oman Shell; Deer Park (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Shell in Texas is seeking a Chemical Laboratory Technician to perform laboratory tests on chemical products and process streams, ensuring compliance with specifications and protocols. The role includes documenting results in both paper and electronic systems, maintaining equipment, and contributing to housekeeping and safety initiatives.

You're expected to have a science degree with at least two years of refinery/petrochemical lab experience, be able to obtain a TWIC, and be willing to work a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or an associate degree in science with at least two years of experience, preferably in refinery, petrochemical, and/or compliance lab environments.
• Must be 18 years or older and legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a TWIC credential.
• Pre-employment checks include background, drug, medical, and reference checks (hair drug testing).
• Willingness to work a modified rotating 12-hour shift schedule including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests on chemical products, process streams, and outfall samples to verify adherence to specifications and controls.
• Document all tests in hard-copy and electronic systems.
• Conduct routine maintenance on testing equipment and maintain housekeeping standards.
• Interpret, record, and report data, and take corrective actions per protocols.
• Prepare equipment and instrumentation for maintenance and train/assist team members as needed.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Data recording

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor and/or Associate degree in science

Tools

LIMS (Sample Manager/GLIMS)

Open Lab

SAP

Dragon software

Job description

Texas, United States of America Job Family Group: Production and Manufacturing Downstream Worker Type: Regular Posting Start Date: September 10, 2026 Business Unit: Downstream and Renewables Experience Level: Experienced Professionals

What’s the role

As a Chemical Laboratory Technician, you will be responsible for performing laboratory tests on chemical products, chemical process streams, and/or outfall samples to verify and ensure adherence to manufacturing specifications, process controls, product specifications, and compliance parameters. In addition, you will document all tests performed in hard-copy format as well as in the electronic management system. You will also be expected to perform routine maintenance on testing equipment and complete housekeeping duties.

Accountabilities

• Recognize potential hazards in the work area
• Use proper PPE and act in accordance with our Core Values
• Report to work on time and dressed in the required FRCs
• Follow attendance management guidelines
• Maintain a clean work area and proactively support housekeeping activities
• Complete all mandatory training on time
• Interpret, record, and report data, and take corrective actions in accordance with established protocols
• Follow Quality System procedures and protocols
• Perform required and scheduled preventive maintenance activities
• Participate in departmental meetings
• Prepare equipment and instrumentation for maintenance activities, including permits as required
• Communicate clearly and thoroughly through daily logs and other reporting tools
• Train and support other team members as needed
• Manage sample priorities and workload to ensure the timely delivery of results
• Follow the Product Approval Process
• Identify and solve problems effectively
• Organize work efficiently and prioritize tasks appropriately
• Work accurately and thoroughly while maintaining attention to detail
• Collaborate effectively with others in a team environment
• Learn and apply new tasks, procedures, and technologies

What you bring

• Must have legal authorization to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis for any employer other than their current employer
• Bachelor's degree and/or an associate degree in science related fields with at least two years of experience, preferably in a refinery, petrochemical, and/or compliance laboratory environment
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must be able to communicate effectively with colleagues and customers
• Must currently hold or be able to qualify for a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card. Information regarding TWIC qualification standards can be found at: https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic
• As part of the pre-employment selection process, candidates are required to successfully complete all pre-employment background, drug, medical, and reference checks, including hair drug testing
• Willingness to submit to and achieve satisfactory results on all pre-employment checks and testing
• Willingness to support the company's drug-free work environment, including random drug screenings
• Willingness to support and comply with the company's harassment-free workplace policy
• Willingness to support and comply with the company's safety policies and initiatives
• Willingness to support and comply with the company's diversity and inclusion workplace policies
• Willingness to provide duty coverage on a modified rotating shift schedule and work at least 12 consecutive hours per day, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime
• Willingness to be on call and meet callout standards to respond to site responsibilities and emergencies
• Ability to read and understand analytical procedures and test methods
• Willingness to work in a diverse, multi-skilled, achievement-oriented, team-based environment
• Ability to use computers in a work environment
• Compliance with Deer Park policies, orders, and procedures, including those related to the safe conduct of work
• Commitment to starting every shift with a safety-first mindset and focusing on maintaining an incident-free workplace
• Personal integrity and transparency
• Ability to be fair, equitable, and courteous to everyone
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to remain standing and/or walking for extended periods

What prior experiences are we looking for

• Experience in petro chemical, refinery and/or environmental compliance testing methods and equipment, including but not limited to Karl Fischer, automated distillation, Flash Point, Liquid, Ion and Gas Chromatography techniques, X-ray fluorescence, TOC, Sulfur, Ammonia, and Sulfide analysis, pH, titrations (manual and automated), and UV-Vis spectrophotometers, is preferred.
• Versed in the use of Sample Manager/GLIMS, Open Lab, SAP, and/or Dragon software applications in support of routine testing and reporting
• Versed in the interpretation of SQC charts and applicable run rules.
• Familiarity with NPDES water testing protocols is a plus.
• Proficiency in basic chemical laboratory skills preferred (e.g., weighing, pipetting, titrating, dilutions, metric system, safe laboratory practices, unit conversions, reading and understanding laboratory methods, etc.)
• Proficiency in basic math skills preferred (e.g., rounding numbers, fractions, percentages, simple statistics, and use of a hand calculator)
• Proficiency in basic chemistry preferred (e.g., pH, acid-base reactions, operating principles of simple laboratory equipment, and recognition of chemical formulas)
• Experience with personal or laboratory computers preferred (e.g., frequent use as a work tool for school or employment, data entry, and spreadsheet calculations)
• A working knowledge of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) is necessary

What we offer

***Please note that there is an Online Assessment which is required for this position. To be considered, you must complete the assessment and receive passing score, even if you have taken previous assessments. Please review your Workday tasks, directions and instructions to ensure you complete the required test within the provided timeframe***

The starting rate for this position is $44.25. Individual pay will be based on various factors, such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skill level, and internal equity.

For regular full-time employees of the Company (participating companies as listed in the Summary Plan Description), insurance coverage options include medical, dental, vision coverage, life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs. Employees also participate in a company pension plan and a 401(k) plan.

Paid leave includes up to 6 weeks of paid vacation time, up to 10 paid holidays, and parental leave offering 16 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents, and 8 weeks of paid leave for non-birthing parents. Additionally, employees are eligible for short-term disability leave for up to 26 weeks at 100% or 50% of base pay as well as Long-Term Disability insurance.

Shell also offers other compensation such financial reimbursement for adoption, wellness, education, and personal learning expenses, and some roles are eligible for discretionary long-term incentives. For interns, eligible benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs; participation in a 401(k) plan; and paid leave for up to 10 paid holidays. Additional information on Shell’s US benefit programs can be found at https://www.shell.us/careers/about-careers-at-shell/rewards-and-benefits.html.

You bring your skills and experience to Shell and in return you work with talented, committed people on one of the most important challenges facing our planet. You’ll have the opportunity to develop the skills you need to grow in an environment where we value honesty, integrity, and respect for one another. You’ll have the opportunity to balance your priorities as you become the best version of yourself. Progress as a person as we work on the energy transition together Continuously grow the transferable skills you need to get ahead Work at the forefront of technology, trends, and practices Collaborate with experienced colleagues with unique expertise Achieve your balance in a values-led culture that encourages you to be the best version of yourself Benefit from flexible working hours, and the possibility of remote/mobile working Perform at your best with a competitive starting salary and annual performance related salary increase – our pay and benefits packages are considered to be among the best in the world Take advantage of paid parental leave, including for non-birthing parents Join an organization working to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the world. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, and life experiences to apply Grow as you progress through diverse career opportunities in national and international teams Gain access to a wide range of training and development programs We'd like you to know that Shell has a bold goal: to become one of the world’s most diverse and inclusive companies. You can get to know more about how we're working towards that goal.

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