Laboratory Technician

Marathon Petroleum; Catlettsburg (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector, Marathon Petroleum, seeks a Laboratory Technician for their facility in Catlettsburg, KY. This role involves conducting analytical tests on crude oil and hydrocarbons, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related field and be ready to work in a team-oriented environment, embracing diversity and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Paid time off

401k matching program

Paid parental leave

Educational reimbursement

Discretionary annual bonus program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 4 chemistry courses and 2 labs required.
• Experience with hydrocarbons preferred.
• Familiarity with LIMS and proficiency in Microsoft Office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing and adhere to safety procedures.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments.
• Generate accurate test results and communicate with customers.

Skills

Analytical testing

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or science equivalent

Course in Analytical Chemistry

Tools

LIMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

An exciting career awaits you

At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Laboratory Technician position is in the certification lab located in Catlettsburg, KY and helps support refining customers by performing analytical testing of crude oil and hydrocarbon process streams. The position may consist of a rotating 12-hour shift schedule that includes weekends and may require overtime. The position may also require minimal travel.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs analytical testing with adherence to standard operating procedures; generates highly accurate, timely, and defensible results
• Operates and maintains various analytical instruments used to support the daily operation of the lab
• Follows all applicable safety procedures
• Communicates effectively with customers
• Adheres to laboratory quality control protocols
• Maintains good housekeeping
• Demonstrates ethics and integrity is all aspects of the job
• Certifies finished products and creates Certificates of Analysis

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or science equivalent with a minimum of four courses and two labs in chemistry is required.
• A course in Analytical Chemistry preferred.
• Experience with handling and testing of hydrocarbon/petroleum materials preferred.
• Basic understanding of SQC techniquespreferred.
• Good mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Familiarization with LIMS preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Officepreferred.

As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.

Location:

Catlettsburg, Kentucky

Additional locations:

Job Requisition ID:

00017114

Location Address:

11631 US Route 23

Education:

Bachelors (Required)

Employee Group:

Full time

Employee Subgroup:

Regular

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at [e-mail] . Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available athttps://mympcbenefits.com .The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability

We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.