Lab Technician

HF Sinclair Corporation; Sinclair (WY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time-Off

401(k) Retirement Plan with match

Educational Reimbursement

Parental Bonding Time

Employee Discounts

Job summary

HF Sinclair Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, TX, is seeking a Lab Technician in Sinclair, WY to conduct physical and chemical testing on refinery process streams and QC samples. The role emphasizes data entry accuracy, LIMS proficiency, and compliance with ASTM standards.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and chemistry-related education, with preference for a chemistry degree and industrial lab experience. Shift flexibility and safety training are required.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with spreadsheet and word-processing software applications.
• Good mechanical ability and understanding of laboratory testing instruments.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and reading/writing skills.
• Read and follow ASTM methods and other laboratory analysis procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and timely data entry of lab results.
• Read and understand analysis procedures and safety standards in English.
• Assist in or perform repeatable analyses as directed by Laboratory Manager or Chemists.
• Participate in proficiency testing and adhere to good laboratory practices.
• Prepare chemical solutions according to standard formulas.
• Operate and maintain lab instrumentation with proper safety.
• Attend safety and lab training sessions and work alone when required.
• Possess lab technique competency and proper use of glassware.
• Work rotating shifts with flexible schedules.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and clear communication; follow through on commitments.

Skills

Spreadsheet Proficiency

Word Processing

Mechanical Ability

Communication Skills

Mathematical Calculations

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry

Physical or Biological Sciences Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

LIMS proficiency

Job description

Basic Function

HF Sinclair in Sinclair, WY is seeking a Lab Technician who would conduct physical and chemical testing on refinery process streams including intermediate, finished fuels and laboratory quality control samples. This position is accountable for certification of finished fuel in accordance with ASTM specifications and routine analysis of both hydrocarbon and aqueous samples using established analytical methods.

Job Duties

• Provide accurate and timely data entry of lab results.
• Possess LIMS proficiency in sample login, data entry and SQC charting.
• Read and understand all analysis procedures and safety standards in English, including American Society for Testing and Materials methods of analysis and other analytical standards and procedures used in the laboratory.
• Assist in or perform accurate and repeatable analysis as assigned by the Laboratory Manager, Chemists or Lab Supervisor.
• Participate in proficiency testing programs in accordance with applicable standards and good laboratory practices.
• Work with and around sensitive and delicate lab instrumentation, understanding the importance of proper operation and treatment.
• Prepare chemical solutions according to standard formulas.
• Exercise procedural, safety and quality requirements and strictly follow company policies.
• Attend all safety and laboratory training sessions and fulfill testing requirements. During scheduled shifts, be able to work by yourself in a safety conscience manner.
• Possess competency in lab techniques showing consistent and proper use of instrumentation, equipment and glassware.
• Work rotating shifts with flexibility in shift schedules.
• Possessing critical thinking and communication skills is mandatory.
• Follow-through on commitments made to others.

Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their supervisor, as determined from timeto time in their sole and complete discretion.

Experience

Education Level

High School Diploma or Equivalent PREFERRED EDUCATIONAL LEVEL: Bachelors Degree in Chemistry preferred. Physical or Biological Sciences Bachelors Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience working in an industrial laboratory.

Required Skills

Proficiency with spreadsheet and word-processing software applications. Good mechanical ability and understanding of operational principles of assigned areas laboratory testing instruments. Ability to effectively communicate with others, both written and verbal communication. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, basic reading and writing skills.

Work Conditions

Office based with up 10% travel by land and air required. Petroleum refinery, warehouse/plant environment, out-of-doors, and driver based environment including but not limited to chemicals, pressure vessels, tanks, and rotating equipment. Subject to all temperatures, weather, and varying road conditions. May be required to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and a rotating schedule required.

Benefits

HF Sinclair offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Time-Off
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with match
• Educational Reimbursement
• Parental Bonding Time
• Employee Discounts

We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, ensuring our employees have the resources needed to thrive professionally and personally. Benefit eligibility is governed by official plan documents, for more details visitTotal Rewards.

Physical Requirements

Job conditions require standing, walking, sitting, twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, taking or hearing, making visual inspections, making precise hand and finger movements, reaching or grasping, lifting and/or carrying up to 50lbs, pushing and/or pulling up to 50lbs, and perceiving color differences. Job conditions may require wearing personal protective equipment (beards not permitted).

Our One HF Sinclair Culture:

At HF Sinclair, we are united through our One HF Sinclair Culture, which is underpinned by our five core values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Ownership and Inclusion. Developed to empower our people, our five core cultural values are at the heart of everything we do and extend to how we engage our stakeholders. These values influence our decisions, shape our behaviors and keep us connected across the entire organization. We maintain a true Safety culture for our employees, communities, environments and customers. Our goal is to make sure everyone returns home safely each day. We have a long-standing commitment to Integrity and ethical behavior and do what is right for our employees, investors, communities and the environment. We encourage employees to Step Up and Stand Out by championing a culture of Teamwork and Ownership. We foster a culture of Inclusion by encouraging diversity of experiences, viewpoints and backgrounds. What makes each of us different, together makes us stronger.

About HF Sinclair Corporation

HF Sinclair Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is an independent energy company that produces and markets high-value light products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, renewable diesel and lubricants and specialty products. HF Sinclair owns and operates refineries located in Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Wyoming, Washington and Utah. HF Sinclair provides petroleum product and crude oil transportation, terminalling, storage and throughput services to our refineries and the petroleum industry. HF Sinclair markets its refined products principally in the Southwest U.S., the Rocky Mountains extending into the Pacific Northwest and in other neighboring Plains states and supplies high-quality fuels to more than 1,750 branded stations and licenses the use of the Sinclair brand to more than 350 additional locations throughout the country. HF Sinclair produces renewable diesel at two of its facilities in Wyoming and also at its facility in New Mexico. In addition, subsidiaries of HF Sinclair produce and market base oils and other specialized lubricants in the U.S., Canada and the Netherlands, and export products to more than 80 countries.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HF Sinclair Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.