Technician, Lab, Petroleum

Intertek; Chickasaw (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

PTO (vacation/sick leave)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Intertek Caleb Brett seeks a Lab Technician to perform chemical and physical tests on-site at our Mobile, AL area facility. You will support ASTM-based testing, assist with calibrations, manage reagents, and ensure accurate data entry into the LIMS system.

Ideal candidates will have strong math and observation skills, experience with LIMS, and the ability to work with instrumentation while maintaining safety and quality standards. Some overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• Must possess good math and observation skills.
• Must demonstrate proficiency using LIMS applications.
• Excellent team communication, coordination and cooperation.
• Must demonstrate ability to follow standard and non-standard procedures.
• Must demonstrate ability to utilize instrumentation.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word/Excel).
• Able to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 44–49 pounds.
• Exposure to various chemicals.
• Preferred: one semester of college chemistry.

Responsibilities

• Performs numerous chemical and physical tests based on ASTM methods or standards.
• Assist with equipment calibration, maintenance and basic troubleshooting.
• Clean glassware and test equipment.
• Prepare reagents as needed.
• Record data on data sheets and report to LIMS.
• Maintain quality records, control charts, and lab inventory.
• Follow safety, quality and housekeeping requirements.
• Participate in cross training as needed.

Skills

Math skills

Observation skills

Team communication

Following procedures

Instrumentation handling

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

College chemistry coursework (preferred)

Tools

LIMS

Microsoft Excel

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Lab Technician, On Site...

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Petroleum lab tech to join our Caleb Brett team, on site, at our Moblile, AL area facility. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the Inspection and Testing business, with Intertek, a Global and Award winning leader in the ATIC Industry!

Intertek Caleb Brett provides specialized Cargo inspection and analytical assessment services to the oil and gas, chemical and other commodities markets. With a global network of laboratories, 24/7 availability, and more than 130 years of exceptional customer service, our customers receive independent inspection and testing with industry-leading customer service.

Intertek / Caleb Brett is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

What are we looking for?

The Lab Tech is responsible forperforming numerous and varied chemical tastings, based on ASTM, in a sophisticated chemical lab.

Shift/Schedule: Days/Nights/Weekends

Salary & Benefits Information

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

What You’ll Do:

• Performs numerous chemical and physical tests based on American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) methods or accepted industry standards in multiple test areas
• Assist with equipment calibration, maintenance and basic troubleshooting
• Clean glassware and test equipment
• Assist with preparing reagents as needed
• Record data on appropriate data sheets and reports data to LIMS system.
• Maintain quality records, control charts, and lab supply inventories.
• Comply with safety, quality and housekeeping requirements.
• Participate in cross training as needed

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications:

• Must possess good math and observation skills.
• Must demonstrate proficiency using LIMS applications and established chemistry lab processes.
• Must demonstrate excellent team communication, coordination and cooperation.
• Must demonstrate ability to follow standard and non-standard procedures.
• Must demonstrate ability to utilize non-complex and complex instrumentation.
• Prefer proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Must be able to work overtime as business needs dictate.
• Ability to regularly lift/carry up to 44 pounds.
• Ability to occasionally lift/carry up to 49 pounds.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Exposure to various chemicals.

Preferred Requirements and Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Prefer successful completion of at least one semester of college level chemistry and/or prior work experience in a laboratory environment

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [e-mail] or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.