ACE Lab Analytical Technician Trainee

About the role

Are you ready to move your career forward and help shape our company’s and customers’ futures? If you aspire to challenge yourself, work with the best in the industry and join a successful team where you can make a meaningful contribution, then we invite you to join us at Ketjen Corporation, a provider of advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the petrochemical, refining, and specialty chemicals industries. Together, we can create a legacy marked by innovation, excitement, and energy.

Responsibilities

• Unit operation in accordance with lab procedures
• Unit maintenance and documentation of repairs
• Unit operational control validation in accordance with ISO control
• Manage all aspects of ACE unit operations including troubleshooting
• Train on all other supportive operational equipment in lab
• Update and evaluate unit performance tracking data charts
• Provide detailed reports on data generated in support of research projects
• Maintain throughput pace of scheduled testing priorities
• Demonstrate good housekeeping of lab workspace
• Proper handling and disposal of hazardous waste
• Maintain a clean and organized work area

Accountabilities

• Procedures and other SOPs are closely followed, and deviations are explained and documented
• Operations databases are kept up to date
• Communication is effective and timely with supervisor and all other technicians
• Work is carried out with no safety incidents, and potential safety issues are proactively resolved in a timely fashion
• Demonstrated ability to quickly adapt to rapidly changing priorities with good attitude
• Work is scheduled and carried out according to defined priorities to maximize efficiency

Qualifications

Solid computer spreadsheet, math, and database skills, mechanical aptitude, and GC operation (Refinery Gas Analyzer) knowledge is a plus.

Desired qualifications include a BS degree, experience in a lab environment, multi-tasking experience with self-driven initiative, and good verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally