Laboratory Technician

LyondellBasell; Evansville (IN); Presencial; USD 51.000 - 63.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Dental, Vision and Employee Assistance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Pension Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life, AD&D and LTD Insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Vacation and Holidays

Educational Assistance

Descripción de la vacante

LyondellBasell is seeking a Lab Technician in Evansville, Indiana to support production and R&D with routine analytical testing of raw materials, in-process, and finished products. You will prepare data and reports, assist engineering and production in non-conformity investigations, and work under supervision with potential support from a process specialist and maintenance personnel.

This role emphasizes safety, calibration and maintenance of lab equipment, data integrity, and communication

Formación

• Must have strong math and analytical skills to assess product acceptability against specs.
• Ability to read and interpret documents and write routine correspondence in English.
• Experience with lab instrumentation calibration, certification, and maintenance is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Comply with safety requirements and participate in safety activities.
• Prepare, test, and evaluate samples to ensure specs.
• Monitor product quality against internal and customer specs.
• Understand procedures related to test methods, instrumentation, and quality control.
• Compile and interpret test results.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Mathematical proficiency

Communication skills

SAP

Microsoft Office

Instrumentation knowledge

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree or certification in Laboratory Science/Instrumentation/Chemistry

Herramientas

SAP

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

LyondellBasell is a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. With a nearly 70-year legacy that includes a Nobel Prize in Chemistry and our proprietary MoReTec recycling technology, LYB is enabling a more sustainable future for generations to come. LYB develops high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. LYB places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is Advancing Good with an emphasis on our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. We're addressing the global challenges of ending plastic waste, taking climate action, and supporting a thriving society, while generating value for our customers, investors, and society.

Come Join an Inclusive Team

The position of Lab Technician is responsible for troubleshooting lab issues, ensuring the calibration, certification, maintenance and reliability of laboratory instrumentation. The incumbent supports production and HSE goals through the routine analytical testing of start to finish manufactured samples such as raw materials, in process, or finished product. The incumbent prepares data and reports and maintains communication with others inside and outside their department. The incumbent also assists Engineering and Production in the investigation of non-conformities. This position receives direction from a supervisor and may receive support from a process specialist, maintenance, and technical personnel.

A Day in the Life

• Comply with all safety requirements resulting in zero safety violations. This includes participating in all safety related activities such as safety talks, behavioral based safety observations, audits, etc.
• Prepare, test, and evaluate samples to ensure compliance with internal and customer specifications
• Monitor product quality to ensure compliance with internal and customer specifications
• Understand and apply technical information, diagrams, and procedures related to test methods and standards, instrumentation, and quality control pertinent to physical and analytical lab operations
• Compile and interpret results of test and analyses
• Observe and record data in an accurate, precise and organized manner
• Assist operating units in resolving issues through understanding of chemistry and analytical methods
• Ensure calibration, certification, and maintenance of lab instrumentation
• Follow production processes regarding purging and cleaning to reduce off specification material/scrap
• Maintain a clean work environment and all tools and equipment are in the proper location and storage units

You Bring This Value

• Minimum 1 year previous experience in industrial manufacturing lab or quality control position
• Availability to work overtime or weekends
• Must possess a High School Diploma or G.E.D. at time of application
• Associate’s Degree or certification in Laboratory Science, Instrumentation, or Chemistry preferred
• Must be able to read and interpret documents, write routine correspondence, and speak the English language to effectively communicate with supervisors and other team members
• Strong mathematics and analytical skills to determine acceptability of product based on specifications
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and SAP
• Extensive knowledge of common instrumentation including: micrometers, calipers, gauges, etc.
• Properly follow written and verbal operating and LOTO procedures
• Accurately maintain and report data and analyses

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Ability to perform without reasonable accommodation: walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, twisting, and lifting a minimum 55 lbs. or more
• Willing and able to comply with respiratory fit testing
• Must be able to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions which may include: heat, cold, dust, strong odors, and loud noises with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including long pants, long sleeves, steel-toed boots, gloves, hard hat, safety goggles, earplugs, and a respirator are required to be worn

What We Offer

• Safety First: We’re a safety-driven organization where your well-being is our top priority.
• Grow With Us: We’re passionate about your personal and professional development. Many of our Supervisors and Managers began their journey at the plant level—your growth is our success!
• Innovate Together: Collaborate with a dynamic team to create smart, forward-thinking solutions that make a real impact.

Great Compensation Package

• Starting your journey with us at $23.06/hour + $1.50 Differential, with rapid progression to the next pay bracket—your hard work pays off quickly!
• Progressive pay increases and on the job training
• Dental, Vision and Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match of 6%
• Retirement (Pension) Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, AD&D and LTD Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Vacation and Holidays
• Educational Assistance

Competencies

• Build Partnerships
• Drive Innovation
• Grow Capabilities
• Promote Inclusion
• Motivational Fit
• Technical Skills
• Deliver Results

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