Crimson Renewable Energy

Lab Technician

LocationBakersfield, CA
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$45,000

About This Job

Crimson Renewable Energy is a producer of renewable transportation fuels and is one of the largest producer of biodiesel in California. Crimson customers ranging from major oil companies such as Chevron, Valero, Exxon, and Philips 66 to truck stop operators such as Pilot Flying J and Travel Centers of America count on Crimson as a reliable and consistent supplier of ultra-low carbon biodiesel.

The Lab Technician is engaged in all facets of lab testing for raw materials, in-process/production, and finished product quality control in support of biodiesel and glycerin production operations. This position also plays an important role in troubleshooting production issues and simulating plant production processes.

8 hour shifts, 5 days a week, start times could vary from morning to night.


Compensation and Benefits

We know how important it is to have predictability in your earnings and that’s why we have dedicated company resources to ensuring your compensation is fair and transparent. The starting salary of $45,000 a year and we offer 401k with employer match of 3%.

We also believe you should get more from your employer than just a paycheck every other week. We offer Medical, Dental and Vision insurance options for our full time employees.

Not only do we want you to be a healthy employee, we also want you to be a happy one and that means taking some time off from work every now and then. When you come onboard with us you’ll get 7 paid holidays per year, plus one additional floating holiday to use as you would like! You also start out accruing PTO at a rate of 3 weeks per year.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

Perform multiple lab tests to support in-process and production quality control
Lab testing of finished production lots and quality control certification
Lab testing to troubleshoot processing problems, including lab simulation of existing and new production processes
Documentation and management of test results and process simulation results
Maintain a clean, neat and organized lab
Maintain all lab equipment and troubleshoot as necessary
Participate in meetings regarding production/operations, production and product quality control, and health and safety
Perform all duties in manner consistent with environmental, health and safety policies and objectives


Education and Basic Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree preferably or Associates in Chemistry or related field + 1 year lab experience
Able to read, write and speak English fluently
Computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Email, ability to learn company-specific programs)
Valid driver’s license


Experience and Job Skills:

Experience working with biodiesel, glycerin, oleo chemicals is a strong plus
Experience working in Rendering industry (animal fats, used cooking oil) is a strong plus
Experience working in an environmental and/or QC lab environment as a self-directed technician or chemist is a strong plus working with the following : Gas Chromatography, Liquid Chromatography, Acid/Base Titrations , Karl Fischer Titration , Elemental Analysis (ICP, Sulfur, TOC), Distillation or Spectroscopy


Competencies:

Experience simulating processes such as evaporation, distillation and filtration
Experience with instrument maintenance and automation of GC, HPLC, ICP, systems
Experience with quality control documentation and maintenance of test results
Experience working with laboratory information management systems is a plus
Able to communicate with internal company personnel and external vendors effectively
Able to work with minimal supervision and exercise independent judgment prior to consultation with supervisor
Must have a hands-on approach, strong work ethic and be highly motivated, self-directed type of individual


Working Conditions

Exposure to heights, noise, extreme weather conditions, and areas where hazardous chemicals are present
Must be able to work all shifts / schedules as needed
Ability to adapt to changing situations and to handle competing demands with flexibility


Job Type: Full-time


Pay: From $45,000.00 per year


Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance


Schedule:

8 hour shift
Overnight shift


Work Location: In person

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