Technician, Lab, Petroleum

Intertek CEA; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Intertek Nederland, TX is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform analytical testing on petroleum and related products in line with ASTM or client methods. You will report results promptly while upholding safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include assisting with calibration, data entry to LIMS, and maintaining records. Applicants should have strong math, observation, and teamwork skills and be able to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Must multi-task in high production testing areas.
• Good math and observation skills required.
• Proficiency using LIMS applications and chemistry lab processes.
• Excellent team communication and cooperation.
• Ability to follow standard and non-standard procedures.
• Ability to utilize instrumentation.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word/Excel).
• Overtime availability as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical and physical tests per ASTM methods or industry standards.
• Assist with equipment calibration, maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Clean glassware and test equipment.
• Prepare reagents as needed.
• Record data and report to LIMS system.
• Maintain quality records, control charts, and lab inventories.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality and housekeeping rules.
• Participate in cross training as needed.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Mathematical skills

Observation skills

LIMS proficiency

Team communication

SOP adherence

Instrumentation handling

MS Office (Word/Excel)

Education

HS diploma or GED

Chemistry coursework (1 semester)

Tools

LIMS

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Laboratory Technician - Nederland, TX.

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a laboratory technicianto join our Caleb Brett team in Nederland, TX. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in [industry or career path name].

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 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 laboratory technician is responsible for performing analytical testing on petroleum, petrochemical, and related products in accordance with ASTM and client-specific methods. This role ensures accurate, timely reporting of results while maintaining compliance with quality, safety, and operational requirements.

Shift/Schedule: Rotating Shifts

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:

• Perform 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
• Responsible for maintaining quality records, control charts, and lab supply inventories
• Responsible for complying with safety, quality and housekeeping requirements
• Participate in cross training as needed

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• Must demonstrate ability to multi-task in high production testing areas
• 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 stand for prolonged periods of time
• Previous laboratory technician experience

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• 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 peopleare 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.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.