Sr Chemist

Are you looking for a career in a dynamic and innovative company that values versatility, growth, and teamwork? Look no further than Delek US Holdings!

WHAT IS DELEK? WHAT DO WE DO?

We are a boutique-sized diversified downstream energy company with a range of assets, including petroleum refining and logistics.

- Our refineries in Texas, Arkansas, and Louisiana have a combined crude capacity of 302,000 barrels per day

- Our logistics business currently owns and operates 720 miles of crude and product pipelines, a 600-mile crude oil gathering system, and storage tanks and terminals.

DELEK BENEFITS:

We offer fantastic benefits that include up to a 10% match on 401K on your hire start, with a vesting timeline of only one year, along with medical benefits that start on day onewith a 30% premium rebate annually! We value your well-being and all employees now have access to the Calm app for FREE, which is used for meditation, stress management, and better sleep. Through our performance management program, you can earn additional annual incentives as you set and achieve goals. Our pay for performance culture motivates our employees to improve Delek’s year-over-year company, business unit, and individual results. With some of the highest bonus payouts in recent years, we know that our success is due to our talented and dedicated team. We are looking for individuals like you to help us continue this momentum and bring new ideas to the table. At Delek, you will have the opportunity to make an impact and grow your career in a supportive and innovative environment.

JOB SUMMARY

The Chemist is responsible for conducting chemical and physical laboratory tests using instrumental and wet techniques in making qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids and gaseous materials to ensure quality and regulatory standards are met for raw, in-process and finished petroleum materials. The Chemist will support safe and reliable operations to the Lab and other areas of the refinery.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

- 4 year / Bachelor's Degree (Required)

- In lieu of the above education requirements, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

- Six (6) or more years laboratory experience in a refining or related industry; including advanced knowledge of instrumentation troubleshooting and repair with advanced knowledge analyzing data, Statistical Quality Control and laboratory LIMS systems (Required)

- No Licensure or Certification Required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

- Analysis

- Lab Operations

- Detail Oriented

- Communication

- Reporting

- Relationship Management

- Continuous Improvement

- Refining Operations

- Refining Processes

- Safety

- Physical ability to work on and around industrial equipment, including climbing of stairs, ladders and in confined spaces , Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in designated areas (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, boots, hearing protection, respirator) , Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

- Utilizes all lab equipment and material appropriately, maintaining a safe, clean, and orderly working environment by complying with safety and laboratory procedures, rules, and regulations

- Communicates and accurately records results using LIMS software

- Conducts advanced troubleshooting of methods and instrumentation malfunctions and devise resolution plan

- Develops testing methods for unknown samples and draws conclusions from results to support Operations

- Maintains QC systems for the Laboratory to ensure data quality

- Provides advanced analytical support for refinery operations, with scheduled and requested analysis, to maintain proper quality of unit products

- Provides advanced analytical support for Process Engineering problem solving

- Provides advanced analytical support for Supply and Distribution to control raw materials and ensure quality of finished products, including retaining samples for future analysis verification

- Monitors and runs necessary standards to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the laboratory equipment

- Provides advanced support to Economics and Planning for finished product compliance and reporting

- Evaluates results against operational targets and recommends a course of action if out of compliance

- Mentors and trains less experienced Chemists and Lab Technicians

- While this job description aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the role, it may not detail every task or responsibility required.

CORE COMPETENCIES

CHANGE AGILITY (LEVEL 2 SUPPORTING):

Identifies, initiates, and adapts to organizational changes that foster enhanced effectiveness, efficiency, safety, and ultimately business results.

COLLABORATION (LEVEL 2 SUPPORTING):

Sees connection points across the organization and partners effectively with others to achieve common goals.

DECISION MAKING (LEVEL 2 SUPPORTING):

Selects a course of action to reduce risk and uncertainty and create optimal outcomes.

DRIVE FOR RESULTS (LEVEL 2 SUPPORTING):

Drives to achieve challenging performance objectives.

TEAM BUILDING (LEVEL 2 SUPPORTING):

Builds trust, fosters openness, and provides support. As the manager of a team, selects and motivates a strong team.

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We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans.