Job Description

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Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Lab Technician to join our Caleb Brett team, on site, at our Nederland, TX 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 Petroleum Lab Tech is responsible for performing numerous chemical and physical tests based on American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) methods or accepted industry standards in multiple test areas.

Shift/Schedule: Rotating shift hours that will include nights, weekends, holiday . Option to also work on-call hours, as needed...

Salary & Benefits Information

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect paid overtime and 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
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

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

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
Must be able to work overtime as business needs dictate
Ability to occasionally lift/carry up to 49 pounds
Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
Former work exposure to various industrial chemicals
Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED preferred
Prefer proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including Microsoft Word and Excel
Prefer successful completion of at least one semester of college level chemistry and/or prior work experience in a laboratory environment