Lab Assistant - R&D (Part Time)

About the role

Join our R&D team as a Part Time Lab Assistant, where you’ll get hands-on experience in lubricant testing, help keep our lab running smoothly, and work alongside experienced technicians to support innovation, safety, and quality every day!

Responsibilities

• Understand the use, handling, and disposal of hazardous chemicals before conducting lab testing.
• Running the dishwasher
• Replenishing laboratory and blending supplies
• Helping to maintain chemical inventory
• Support monthly and weekly safety checks
• Carry out end of month responsibilities (dumping, refilling chemicals, support inventory)
• Entering test data and scanning test sheets, COA(s), SDS(s), misc. documents
• Wiping down counter tops, cleaning test equipment, and keeping the lab tidy
• Preparing supplies, equipment, and glassware for testing
• Unpacking and labelling chemicals in accordance with laboratory protocol
• Performing basic lubricant testing under the supervision of laboratory staff members in accordance with existing test procedures
• Blending trial products with supervision from development team
• Read and understand the job hazard analysis and SDS (as needed) for the testing to be performed.
• Operate in accordance with all ISO17025/IATF16949 established policies.
• Participate in training and accurately records training dates.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GEDEnrolled in a bachelor’s program in chemistry, engineering, or a related field, or a recent associate degree graduate
• Years of Experience: 0 – 2 years laboratory experience (entry level)
• Computer skills including data entry, word processing, spreadsheet creation, and modification. Familiarity with SharePoint preferred
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Good problem-solving skills and mathematical skills.
• Self-motivated and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Work well with team members, customers, and vendors.
• Able to work in a group setting or independently while meeting deadlines

Qualifications

Idemitsu Lubricants America Corporation (ILA) has been a leading provider of high-performance automotive lubricants, dedicated to innovation, quality, and sustainability, serving the needs of original equipment manufacturers and consumers across North America. ILA is a subsidiary of Idemitsu Kosan, based in Tokyo. ILA is committed to its people, demonstrating this through its unique culture, competitive compensation, professional development, and a flexible work environment. You can find out more at www.idemitsulubricants.com.