Technician, Lab Petroleum - Gas Chromatography
About the role
This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the petrochemical industry. Intertek Caleb Brett provides specialized Cargo inspection and analytical assessment services to the oil and gas, chemical and other commodities markets.
Responsibilities
- Perform instrument calibrations and verification checks to maintain analytical integrity.
- Demonstrate advanced technical problem-solving skills to reduce reliance on external service providers and improve laboratory cost efficiency.
- Aid in laboratory investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement programs to enhance overall data reliability.
- Assist in department method development, validation, optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Prepare reagents, standards, calibration mixtures, and quality control samples.
- Maintain department inventory, including reagents, consumables, standards, and spare parts.
- Collaborate with laboratory management to restore and maintain instrument functionality during critical operational periods.
- Support department efficiency initiatives by identifying opportunities for process improvements and workflow enhancements.
- Train new laboratory personnel in analytical methods, laboratory procedures, safety requirements, and instrument operation.
- Contribute to maintaining sample turnaround times through effective prioritization and coordination of laboratory activities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in a related Science Field
- Two years GC Petroleum Lab Experience is required
- Ability to identify problems, collect data, and draw valid conclusions
Preferred Requirements & Qualifications
- Experience with Agilent GC instruments preferred
- Experience with HPLC, SFC, GC-Vuv, and IC/CIC a plus
Benefits
In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.
Pay
Salary is very competitive and based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.
Schedule
Monday through Friday, 08:00am to 5:00 pm
Company Information
Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains.
Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.
About The Team
Intertek Caleb Brett is leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide and experts in qualitative and quantitative analytical assessment services to the oil and gas, chemical, and other commodities markets. With international 24/7/365 service and coordination coverage, we treat each cargo as if it were our own.