Who We Are :
Our team pursues petroleum products research, we are part of the Fuels and Lubricants Research Division of the world-renowned Southwest Research Institute.
By joining our team, you will received an additional $500.00 in your first paycheck (minus applicable taxes)!
Objectives of this Role :
- To ensure and improve the quality control, compliance and efficiency of petroleum products in the automotive industry.
- Communicate with lab supervisor and project managers to ensure project requirements and deadlines are met.
- Perform chemical and instrumental analyses on fuels, oils, and other petroleum products using standard test methods and Test Inspection Procedures (TIPs).
- Complete testing in a safe manner by following safety practices and Environmental Management and Quality Systems.
- Support and manage adequate laboratory supply levels and assist in maintaining laboratory and instrumentation cleanliness.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities :
- Perform test analysis in accordance with ASTM, TIP or laboratory procedures and specifications.
- Testing will also include reviewing and documenting calibration records, chemical expiration dates and QA values as valid before completing sample analysis.
- Use of various testing instrumentation / equipment including analytical balances and a variety of laboratory glassware such as flasks, cylinders, pipettes and beakers.
- Perform all tasks in a safe and efficient manner by following and adhering to safety practices, policies and procedures.
- Work on multiple tasks productively and effectively in a team or as an individual contributor with limited direct supervision.
- Maintain laboratory stock by retrieving supplies from an on-site stockroom and ordering through a purchase requisition.
- Received chemicals will be input into a chemical inventory management system, labeled properly, and stored in designated chemical cabinets.
Requirements :
- Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Associate's degree or related certification(s) preferred.
- 5-10 years : related work experience
- General computer experience required with a working knowledge of software including Excel, Word.
- A valid / clear driver's license is required.
6 days ago