Chem Tech

Responsibilities

• Prepares equipment and carries out laboratory simulations of plant and new processes using standard or non-standard procedures.
• Conducts laboratory experiments under the direction of a SBU Specialist.
• Completes preliminary analysis and interpretation of test results.
• Prepares reports, memos, presentations, etc., and/or enters into database(s), to communicate results to appropriate parties.
• Handles requests and reports results in a timely manner.
• Analyzes raw materials, intermediates and products as required.
• Maintains records of experimental work in laboratory notebook and compiles data in prescribed form.
• Purchases, maintains, and/or obtains adequate inventory of raw materials and lab supplies for testing and work area.
• Maintains work area in a neat, clean and safe condition.
• Maintains adequate level of specific as well as general technical expertise through training, seminars, etc., to support required activity.
• May blend components and/or develops new or modifies existing formulations to meet objectives and may analyze various blends and base oils to determine physical and chemical properties.
• Responsible for safety, time and scheduling, good housekeeping and work relationships with others.
• Affirms that complete ISO documentation is maintained on all ISO or quality related activities.
• Participates in ISO related activities and maintains an up-to-date understanding of the ISO function.

Qualifications

• Laboratory training (trade school) OR 2 years working experience in a chemical laboratory.
• Completion of advanced high school chemistry OR 2 semesters of college level chemistry.
• Demonstrates computer literacy with regard to Afton’s routine applications.
• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to attend to details.
• Able to complete basic laboratory procedures with intermediate to minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated basic knowledge of safe laboratory practices and procedures.
• Demonstrated basic knowledge of laboratory terminology and basic equipment use.
• Multitasking.