Refining Lab Technician: QA/QC & Data Analysis

Marathon Petroleum Corporation; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Marathon Petroleum Company LP in El Paso, TX is seeking a Refining Laboratory Technician to perform standardized tests on feedstock, intermediates, and finished products, ensuring compliance with industry specifications and QA/QC standards. You will operate GC, octane, and volatility tests, and enter data accurately.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry with 4 chemistry courses and 2 labs, and willingness to work 12-hour rotating shifts including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or science equivalent with at least 4 college-level Chemistry courses and 2 Chemistry labs completed before start date.
• Working knowledge and application of wet chemistry.
• Adherence to a strict Drug and Alcohol policy.
• Willingness to work 12-hour rotating shifts including weekends, nights, holidays, and overtime.
• Must be authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis without visa sponsorship.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Testing of refinery feedstock, intermediates, and finished products to support daily operations (gas chromatography, octane testing, volatility, properties).
• Accurate data entry and reporting of lab results.
• Prepare chemical solutions and ensure QA/QC data accuracy.
• Interpret data and monitor test precision; calibrate and troubleshoot basic instrumentation.
• Follow safety and laboratory protocols and participate in training sessions.

Skills

Wet chemistry

Safety protocols

Drug and alcohol policy compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or science equivalent

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Marathon Petroleum Company LP in El Paso, TX is seeking a Refining Laboratory Technician to perform standardized tests on feedstock, intermediates, and finished products, ensuring compliance with industry specifications and QA/QC standards. You will operate GC, octane, and volatility tests, and enter data accurately.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry with 4 chemistry courses and 2 labs, and willingness to work 12-hour rotating shifts including nights and weekends.