US|Lab Technician II

Job Reference 1248477

Location Richmond, California, United States

Industry Oil & Gas - Onshore Oil

Function Operations & Production

Job Type Contract

Date Added September 10, 2024

Our client is seeking a Lab Technician to work in Richmond, CA, for an initial 6-month assignment, likely to extend!

The open position is with the Blending & Technical Services (BTS) and Lubricants Performance Testing Laboratory (LPTL) Team in Richmond, CA. This is a customer-focused service group that performs bench-scale blending and testing of lubricants in support of product development, technical services, and research & development activities conducted by our client.

Responsibilities:

• The open position is part of a team that is focused on delivering timely, precise, and flexible laboratory services to its customers while maintaining operations that reflect a true "safety first" environment that meets our client's high standards for Operational Excellence.

• Product lines supported include automotive passenger car and heavy-duty engine oils, industrial oils, gear oils, greases, and transmission fluids.

• Work involves handling finished lubricants, base oils, additives, and solvents.

• Training will be provided for specific functions associated with the position.

Requirements:

• 1+ years' experience working in a laboratory or similar technical environment.

• Detail oriented, have the ability to follow processes and procedures implicitly, possess laboratory skills such as precision weighing and measuring, have glassware handling experience, and demonstrate operational discipline in the conduct of their work.

• Computer (PC) skills; experience creating spreadsheets and reports on a personal computer. Knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook.

• Knowledge of scientific testing methods

• Ability to perform detail oriented, mistake-free work.

• Ability to maintain a safe and clean environment.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Excellent safe work history / strong safe work ethic.

• Work schedule is 40 hours/week (Monday - Friday).

• This is a safety-sensitive position and requires enrollment in a random drug and alcohol-screening program.

• Demonstrated experience in equipment maintenance, lab management, quality control, and product integrity processes and programs (i.e. ISO, ASTM, Round Robins). Demonstrated capability to work effectively as a team member to resolve issues and complete projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

• AS / BS degree, formal training in chemistry, biology, or other science.

• Experience working in a laboratory or similar technical environment.

• Experience monitoring and adjusting process control systems.

• Previous lab refinery experience/safety sensitive position