One of our major oil and gas clients is seeking an Laboratory Technician I to work on a 12-month assignment in Cicero, Illinois.

The candidate will perform routine and non-routine laboratory analysis/wet chemistry on product and in-process samples, to support plant operations for the purpose of quality assurance/control. Prepare samples and ensure accurate data generation and records, in accordance with the standard operating procedures. Utilize analytical instruments to address quality assurance/control issues. Prepare chemical stock solutions and reagents, as well as set preparation standards. Position will receive direction and support.

Facility and laboratory operate 5:30AM to 6:30-7:30PM. Initially, LabTech hours are (7:00AM-3:00PM) for training only - once the LabTech is fully trained and demonstrates independence, they will move to a later shift: 9:30AM- close(5:30 - 6:30PM) or early shift, (5:30 am - 1:30 pm). Periodic shift flexibility is required to cover production schedule and personnel vacations - including OT/weekend hours.

MAIN FUNCTIONS

• Support/assist the lab supervisors/chemists by performing routine and non-routine laboratory analysis/wet chemistry on product and in-process samples, to support plant operations for the purpose of quality assurance/control.
• Perform calibration and maintenance of test equipment.
• Prepare samples and ensure accurate data generation and records, in accordance with the standard operating procedures.
• Utilize analytical instruments to address quality assurance/control issues.
• Prepare chemical stock solutions and reagents, as well as set preparation standards.
• Position will receive direction and support.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Polytechnic graduate with the background in Chemical/Process/Technical Engineering.
• Computer-literate.
• Preferable experience in quality control systems.