Laboratory Technician, Petroleum - Marion, AR
Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our Caleb Brett team at our Romeoville, IL facility. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the Inspection and Testing business, with Intertek, a Global and Award-winning leader in the ATIC Industry!
Intertek Caleb Brett provides specialized Cargo inspection and analytical assessment services to the oil and gas, chemical and other commodities markets. With a global network of laboratories, 24/7 availability, and more than 130 years of exceptional customer service, our customers receive independent inspection and testing with industry-leading customer service. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.
What are we looking for?
The Laboratory Technician will support the Caleb Brett business by, under immediate supervision, and in a training capacity, efficiently performing various chemical and physical analyses, primarily on petroleum products. We’re looking for someone with ability to utilize non-complex and complex instrumentation. The Laboratory Technician will work a rotating shift schedule that will include evenings, overtime, and weekend coverage.
Shift/Schedule: M-F 8am-5pm, M-F 1pm-10pm, Weekends, as needed
Salary & Benefits Information
The base wage or salary range for this position is $25 - $26/hr. Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.
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.
What you’ll do:
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Performs numerous chemical and physical tests based on American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) methods or accepted industry standards in multiple test areas.
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Assist with equipment calibration, maintenance and basic troubleshooting.
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Cleans glassware and test equipment.
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Assists with preparing reagents, as needed.
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Records data on appropriate data sheets and reports data to LIMS system.
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Responsible for maintaining quality records, control charts, and lab supply inventories.
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Responsible for complying with safety, quality and housekeeping requirements.
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Participates in cross training, as needed.
Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:
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Gas chromatography (GC) experience required
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Must demonstrate ability to multi-task in high production testing areas
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Must possess good math and observation skills
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Must demonstrate proficiency using LIMS applications and established chemistry lab processes
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Must demonstrate excellent team communication, coordination and cooperation
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Must demonstrate ability to follow standard and non-standard procedures
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Must demonstrate ability to utilize non-complex and complex instrumentation
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Prefer proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including Microsoft Word and Excel
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Must be able to work overtime as business needs dictate
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Ability to regularly lift/carry up to 50 pounds
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Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
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Ok with exposure to various chemicals being tested
Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:
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High School Diploma or GED preferred
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College level Chemistry degree and/or prior work experience in a laboratory environment preferred
Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.
Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.
Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.
We Value Diversity
Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [email protected] or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.
Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.
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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.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.
