What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Technician position at Innospec Inc.?
This position will be responsible for performing analytical testing in support of Sales and Customer Technical Services Teams.
This position will be based out of Pleasanton, TX.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
In order to succeed in this role, an individual must be able to perform the following duties satisfactorily, in addition to other assigned responsibilities:
- Operation, cleaning and calibration of sensitive pieces of laboratory testing equipment
- Follow written test procedures (ASTM, S.O.P., etc.) to ensure consistency in sample testing.
- Accurately document information by maintaining daily logs, equipment records, and an organized laboratory notebook.
- Designing and executing laboratory testing in line with standard testing procedures, recording observations, and interpreting findings.
- Communicating results to Supervisors and management via written reports, oral reports, etc.
- Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (keyboarding, laboratory equipment operation, etc.) throughout the day
- Exposure to occupational risks such as toxic chemical reagents, loud noises, pressurized gas cylinders etc. that require the use of Personal Protective Equipment
- Exposure to physical environment that involves dirt, odors, weather extremes, etc.
Qualifications
A. Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s in Chemistry or related field
- 1 year of experience in a laboratory setting
B. Other Role Requirements
- Strong analytical and mathematical skills
- Proficient in all Microsoft programs
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Advanced computer literacy and experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe and ability to work with new software
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Overtime
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Pleasanton, TX 78064: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: One location