Laboratory Tester

Marathon Petroleum Corporation

Canton (OH)

On-site

USD 54,000 - 72,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision & dental insurance
Paid time off
401k matching program
Educational reimbursement
Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

Marathon Petroleum Corporation in Canton, Ohio is seeking a Lab Tester to perform multiple analytical tests and support quality control across refinery products. The role requires a Chemistry degree and a valid driver's license, with prior lab experience in petroleum applications preferred.

You will work in a unionized environment on an 8-hour rotating shift, with overtime as needed and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

  • Requires BS in Chemistry or equivalent 4-year science degree with at least 16 hours of Chemistry.
  • Valid driver's license required.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong mechanical aptitude, organization, verbal and written communication.
  • Prior lab experience in petroleum applications preferred.
  • Experience with gas chromatography and wet chemistry preferred.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office and LIMS preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Perform multiple analytical tests at the same time with strict adherence to procedures.
  • Provide quality control analyses on all intermediate streams and finished products with high accuracy and support process.
  • Perform routine calibration and maintenance of equipment.
  • Initiate certificates of analysis according to product specifications.

Skills

Analytical testing
Quality control
Calibration
Problem solving

Education

B.S. in Chemistry
Equivalent 4-year science degree + 16 chemistry hours

Tools

Gas chromatography
LIMS
Microsoft Office

Job description

Canton, Ohio

Full time

00024675

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:

Marathon Petroleum Company LP, a recognized leader in the energy industry, is accepting applications for a Lab Tester position in its Ohio Refining Division's Laboratory Department at the Canton, Ohio Refinery. This position offers immediate responsibility and a generous benefits package.

This position is unionized and follows an 8-hour rotating shift schedule. Overtime may be required as conditions warrant.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Perform multiple analytical tests at the same time with strict adherence to procedures.

  • Provide quality control analyses on all intermediate streams and finished products of the refinery with high accuracy as well as technical support to the process.

  • Perform routine calibration and maintenance of equipment.

  • Initiate certificates of analysis according to product specification requirements.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry OR an equivalent 4-year science degree with at least 16 hours of Chemistry is required.

  • A valid driver's license is required.

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong mechanical aptitude, organization skills, verbal and written communication skills are required.

  • Prior lab experience in petroleum applications is preferred.

  • Experience with gas chromatography and wet chemistry is preferred.

  • Experience with Microsoft Office applications and LIMS is preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
PAY:

Pay range for position (reflects current pay rates per collective bargaining agreement):

  • Starting Lab New Hire Rate: $39.20 (approx. 1-2 weeks)

  • Lab Unqualified Operator Rate: $44.92 (approx. 12 weeks)

  • Lab Qualified Rate: $51.60

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

Location:

Canton, Ohio

Job Requisition ID:

00024675

Location Address:

2408 Gambrinus Ave SW

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 (https://marathonpetroleum.brandextract.com/staged/marathonpetroleum.com/content/documents/Jobs_/Department_of_Labor_EEOC_.pdf) .

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at talentacquisition@marathonpetroleum.com . 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 at https://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.

About Marathon Petroleum Corporation

Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) is a leading, integrated, downstream energy company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio. The company operates the nation's largest refining system. MPC's marketing system includes branded locations across the United States, including Marathon brand retail outlets. MPC also owns the general partner and majority limited partner interest in MPLX LP, a midstream company that owns and operates gathering, processing, and fractionation assets, as well as crude oil and light product transportation and logistics infrastructure.

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