Quality Control Lab Technician: Precision Testing

BP PLC; Warminster Township, Northern (Bucks County, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

BP Lubricants USA Inc. in the United States is seeking a Quality Control Lab Technician to perform rigorous analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.

You will document results, identify deviations, and initiate corrective actions within a safety-conscious, team-based environment. The role emphasizes calibrating laboratory instruments, collaborating with production and R&D, and contributing to process improvements from a quality-control perspective.

Qualifications

• Proven analytical thinking with strong attention to detail.
• Experience in a laboratory setting, preferably chemical or petroleum.
• Familiar with quality control principles and methodologies.
• Excellent collaboration and written/verbal communication.
• Problem-solving abilities and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
• Document and interpret test results, identifying deviations from specifications and initiating corrective actions.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability of results.
• Collaborate with production, R&D, and other internal teams to resolve quality-related issues and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to the development and optimization of new process technologies and novel process development from a quality control perspective.
• Participate in the technoeconomic evaluation of processes, considering quality control implications.
• Apply scientific and technological understanding to enhance quality control procedures and problem-solving efforts.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and supervisors regarding test results, quality concerns, and project updates.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and quality management system requirements.
• Contribute to understanding the life cycle and circularity of tasks from a quality standpoint.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Laboratory experience

Quality control principles

Communication & collaboration

Problem-solving

Process safety understanding

Teamwork

Job description

BP Lubricants USA Inc. in the United States is seeking a Quality Control Lab Technician to perform rigorous analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.

You will document results, identify deviations, and initiate corrective actions within a safety-conscious, team-based environment. The role emphasizes calibrating laboratory instruments, collaborating with production and R&D, and contributing to process improvements from a quality-control perspective.