Lab Technician

Lab Technician

WHO WE ARE

Newpark was founded in 1932 as a mining company and has grown into a global technology leader in not only the oil and gas market but many others as well. We are focused in 3 areas that include Fluids Systems, Mats & Integrated Services, and Industrial Minerals. We have a footprint in over 20 countries throughout North and South America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific and we employ over 2,000 employees.

Location: 4602 South Lewis, New Iberia, LA 70560

Salary: $19.50/hr.

Eligible for $1500 Sign on bonus

Position Summary
Under general supervision, assists with set-up and general testing of tools. Assist with testing of current experimental, probational and special tools in simulated field conditions. Assembles equipment according to engineering specifications. Assist in operation and maintenance of machinery and test fixtures. Handles special projects, as assigned. **

Essential Functions

• Contribution towards various projects, processes and/or initiatives supporting identified strategic direction
• Follows laboratory test procedures to obtain data related to customer problems
• Actively contributes to the development of best safety practices and standard operating procedures
• Adheres to charters and goals for research, service in the field, training, product QA/QC and product development in the laboratory
• Familiarity with specific core competencies and key supporting technologies
• Operates safely in the laboratory environment. Knowledgeable of the chemical hygiene plan and the current laboratory safety standards
• Organizes and maintains the laboratory for effective experimentation
• Provides technical support to others and is relied-upon by colleagues with a high degree of confidence placed on results obtained
• Adheres to ISO standards
• Completes other duties and responsibilities as directed by Management
• Obtains accurate and precise data for each test performed while keeping errors and repeat testing to a minimum
• Supports training Mud School(s) and Customer Mud School(s)
• Updates Management on activity status, opportunities, challenges, etc.
• Performs self-supporting clerical duties including but not limited to filing, photocopying, faxing and mailing
• May train new lab personnel

Education & Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or educational equivalent.
• 2 years test lab experience.
• Ability to learn general mechanical aptitude.
• Superior knowledge of all pumps, machinery, test fixtures, and recording equipment in the Test Lab.
• Safety - Protecting each other like family while sustaining the environment in which we work. · Integrity - Acting honestly, ethically, and responsibly in all aspects of our business. · Respect - Dealing fairly and openly with employees, customers, suppliers and community. · Excellence - Delivering value through performance, innovation and service quality. · Accountability - Using good judgment and taking responsibility for our actions. Benefits    · 401K matching  · Health, Dental, Vision Insurance Day 1  · Health Spending Account (HAS)  · Employee Assistance Program (EAP)  · Life Insurance  · Short-term and long-term disability coverage  · 176 hours of PTO (paid time off)   · 11 paid company holidays per year  · Referral Bonus Program  · Tuition Reimbursement

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Signing bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• New Iberia, LA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Laboratory: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: One location