Sterling Specialty Chemicals

Laboratory Technician

Houston, TX

full_time

About This Job

POSITION SUMMARY: Perform laboratory testing and report results for all products assigned to Houston Applications Laboratory from chemical plants/customers. Provide innovative ideas to improve lab processes and demonstrate continuous improvement. Support laboratory Health, Quality, Safety and Environmental initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:

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Perform testing procedures according to current SOPs

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Process data and report final results to Senior Lab Tech/Manager

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Ensure the suitability of laboratory equipment through proper operation, maintenance, calibration, verification and good quality control and assessment activities

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Interpret and follow all QC and laboratory documented procedures

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Maintain a clean working environment

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Know, understand and use software tools such as Microsoft Office Programs

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Must be willing to work in a team-oriented atmosphere

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Perform general laboratory housekeeping and safety inspections to ensure compliance with governmental regulations regarding proper hazard waste management and testing

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Comply with laboratory Health, Safety and Environmental rules and policies

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Promote safety of self and coworkers by participation in the site safety programs.

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Support Plant and Company goals and objectives

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The above list is not exhaustive and you may be required to perform reasonable additional duties at the request of the Senior Lab Tech/Manger

WORK EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

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2 years college chemistry or AS degree in chemistry or 2 years chemical laboratory work experience

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BS degree in chemistry preferred

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Chemical EOR testing/screening experience is preferred

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Flow loop run experience is preferred

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

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Strong written and verbal communication skills

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Aptitude to successfully use computer software such as Excel and job specific calculations and functions.

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Self-motivated with a demonstrated high level of consistent approach to team working ethics

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Focused on detail, able to work autonomously and closely follow procedures

Job Type: Full-time

Starting pay: $55,000

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

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401(k)

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401(k) matching

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Dental insurance

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Disability insurance

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Flexible spending account

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Health insurance

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Health savings account

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Life insurance

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Paid time off

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Vision insurance

Schedule:

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8 hour shift

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Monday – Friday

Work Location: In person