Caleb Brett - Lab Technician, Petroleum - Cincinnati, OH

This position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers.

About the role

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions, is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our Caleb Brett team at our Romeoville, IL facility. Intertek Caleb Brett provides specialized cargo inspection and analytical assessment services to the oil and gas, chemical, and other commodities markets. This role supports the Caleb Brett business by performing various chemical and physical analyses, primarily on petroleum products, under immediate supervision and in a training capacity.

Responsibilities

• Performs numerous chemical and physical tests based on American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) methods or accepted industry standards in multiple test areas.
• Assists with equipment calibration, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting.
• Cleans glassware and test equipment.
• Assists with preparing reagents, as needed.
• Records 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.
• Participates in cross-training, as needed.

Requirements

• Gas Chromatography (GC) experience required.
• 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 regularly lift/carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Comfortable with exposure to various chemicals being tested.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred: College-level Chemistry degree and/or prior work experience in a laboratory environment.

Schedule

Rotating shift schedule that includes:

• M-F 8am-5pm
• M-F 1pm-10pm
• Weekends, as needed

Pay

The base wage or salary range for this position is $25 - $26/hr. Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, and qualifications.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous vacation/sick time (PTO).
• Tuition reimbursement.