Petroleum Laboratory Technician

Warren Oil Company LLC; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Warren Oil Company LLC in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Petroleum Laboratory Technician to perform chemical and physical tests on lubricants. You will setup equipment, run ASTM procedures, and maintain digital records to ensure products meet design specs.

You will contribute to quality control, participate in safety procedures, and work collaboratively with a team in a fast-paced lab environment to deliver accurate results for internal and external customers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• BA or BS in chemistry or a science-related field is preferred.
• Related experience is a plus.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office for data entry and intercompany communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory tests per ASTM.
• Set up laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Upkeep digital records per ISO 9001:2015 requirements.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Ensure quality both inside and outside of the lab of products.
• Comply with safety and quality procedures while completing tasks in a timely fashion.

Skills

Lab testing

ASTM standards

Equipment setup

Digital record keeping

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Problem-solving

Handwriting

Education

High school diploma or GED

BA or BS in chemistry or science-related field preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Warren Oil, we strive for 100% satisfaction with our service as we take care of our clients' oil and lubricant needs. As the Petroleum Laboratory Technician for our team in San Antonio, TX, you will be a critical contributor to our goal of providing premium lubricants and quality brands. Your primary responsibility will be to conduct chemical and physical laboratory tests to ensure that our products meet design specifications.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities:

• Conduct laboratory tests per ASTM
• Set up laboratory equipment and instrumentation
• Upkeep digital records per ISO 9001:2015 requirements
• Maintain a clean, safe work area
• Ensure quality both inside and outside of the lab of products
• Comply with safety and quality procedures while completing tasks in a timely fashion

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• BA or BS in chemistry or a science-related field preferred
• Related experience is a plus
• Ability to use Microsoft Office for data entry and intercompany communication
• Some math skills required
• Attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task
• Organizational skills
• Ability to problem-solve with a few concrete variables in non-standardized situations
• Legible handwriting
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to carry out detail, written and oral instructions
• Self-motivated

About Us:

Warren Oil is the largest independent blender and packager of lubricants to the automotive, agriculture, commercial and heavy duty markets in North America. The company operates six manufacturing and packaging facilities, located in North Carolina, Arkansas, Texas, Illinois, and Pennsylvania. Warren Oil markets its lubricants, both conventional and synthetic, domestically and internationally to over forty countries, under the WARREN brand, the LUBRIGUARD brand, the LUBRIGOLD brand and the ITASCA brand. Warren Oil also manufactures and markets private label products for a number of Fortune 500 companies in addition to manufacturing and marketing a full line of automotive and heavy duty chemicals, including anti-freeze and brake fluids, under its proprietary AUTOGUARD brand name.

Warren Oil is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.