Lab Quality Technician (Fuels)

SPL; Coppell (TX); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Job summary

SPL in Coppell, TX is seeking a detail-oriented Lab Quality Technician (Fuels) to support jet fuel laboratory operations. You will help ensure accurate, defensible analytical testing and maintain documentation under the Quality Management System.

You’ll work with laboratory and quality leadership to uphold procedures, assist with audits, CAPA, calibration records, and data integrity, with flexibility for hybrid work and opportunities to grow within the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Science, or related discipline; equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• 1+ years of hands-on analytical laboratory experience performing routine testing and analysis of jet fuel samples.
• Familiarity with laboratory testing procedures, analytical methods, instrumentation, sample handling, data documentation, and quality-control practices associated with jet fuel analysis

Responsibilities

• Support the laboratory Quality Management System (QMS) and established quality procedures.
• Assist with internal and external audit preparation, documentation, follow-up, and corrective actions.
• Support the tracking and documentation of non-conformances and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Review laboratory data, records, reports, and supporting documentation for completeness, accuracy, traceability, and compliance.
• Maintain quality documentation, including SOPs, method records, forms, logs, and change-control records.
• Support proficiency testing (PT) programs and interlaboratory comparison activities.
• Review and maintain instrument calibration, verification, and maintenance documentation.
• Assist with statistical quality control (SQC), data trending, and quality-monitoring activities.
• Maintain employee training and competency records.
• Help ensure laboratory records and documentation remain accurate, current, and audit-ready.
• Work closely with laboratory personnel to reinforce established quality procedures, good laboratory practices, and documentation requirements.
• Assist with quality-system improvement initiatives as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Analytical laboratory experience

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

LIMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

At SPL, the work you do matters. Our teams provide trusted energy and environmental testing and measurement solutions that protect communities, support critical infrastructure, and safeguard the environment. With a nationwide footprint and opportunities for growth across multiple locations and disciplines, SPL is a place where you can build a career while making a real-world impact.

We’re seeking a detail-oriented Lab Quality Technician (Fuels) to support our energy testing laboratory operations in Coppell, TX. This role is a great opportunity for someone with hands-on jet fuel laboratory experience who is interested in expanding their knowledge of laboratory quality and compliance. Working closely with laboratory and quality leadership, you’ll support the systems and processes that help ensure accurate, reliable, and defensible analytical testing of jet fuel and other petroleum products.

What You’ll Do

• Support the laboratory Quality Management System (QMS) and established quality procedures


• Assist with internal and external audit preparation, documentation, follow-up, and corrective actions


• Support the tracking and documentation of non-conformances and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)


• Review laboratory data, records, reports, and supporting documentation for completeness, accuracy, traceability, and compliance


• Maintain quality documentation, including SOPs, method records, forms, logs, and change-control records


• Support proficiency testing (PT) programs and interlaboratory comparison activities


• Review and maintain instrument calibration, verification, and maintenance documentation


• Assist with statistical quality control (SQC), data trending, and quality-monitoring activities


• Maintain employee training and competency records


• Help ensure laboratory records and documentation remain accurate, current, and audit-ready


• Work closely with laboratory personnel to reinforce established quality procedures, good laboratory practices, and documentation requirements


• Assist with quality-system improvement initiatives as assigned


• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Science, or related discipline; equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of degree


• 1+ years of hands-on analytical laboratory experience performing routine testing and analysis of jet fuel samples


• Familiarity with laboratory testing procedures, analytical methods, instrumentation, sample handling, data documentation, and quality-control practices associated with jet fuel analysis


• Previous experience supporting laboratory quality or QA/QC systems and knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025, NELAC/TNI, or similar accreditation standards is a plus


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and LIMS

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation


• Medical, dental, and vision coverage


• 401(k) with company match


• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance


• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays


• Paid parental leave


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support

Work Schedule & Travel

• Full-time, hybrid position with core working hours of Monday - Friday, 8 AM to 4:30 PM


• Flexibility to work remotely or onsite based on weekly priorities, successful completion of assigned tasks, and consistent performance


• Ability to work outside of scheduled hours as required during audits or to meet certain reporting deadlines

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At SPL, we believe that a diverse team is a strong team. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. We make all employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities or for sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process, please let us know.

Visa Sponsorship

At this time, SPL is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. We sincerely appreciate your interest and understanding, and we encourage you to explore other opportunities with us that may be a fit in the future.