Lab Technician, Gas Chromatography Job Listing at Intertek in New Orleans, LA (Job ID 11647)

Description

Gas Chromatography Laboratory Technician, Petroleum - St Rose, Louisiana

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Gas Chromatography Petroleum Laboratory Technician to join our Caleb Brett team at our St Rose, LA facility. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the Inspection and Testing business, with Intertek, a Global and Award- winning leader in the ATIC Industry!

Intertek Caleb Brett provides specialized Cargo inspection and analytical assessment services to the oil and gas, chemical and other commodities markets. With a global network of laboratories, 24/7 availability, and more than 130 years of exceptional customer service, our customers receive independent inspection and testing with industry-leading customer service.

Intertek / Caleb Brett is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

What are we looking for?

The Gas Chromatography Laboratory Technician is responsible for performing duties to support GC analytical testing for Intertek and its clients. The GC Technician maintains associated records, thus supporting the goal of providing a service to our clients that is accurate, timely and cost effective.

Salary & Benefits Information

Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skillset, experience, qualifications, and other job-related duties.

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

What you'll do:

• The Lab Technician is responsible for performing numerous chemical tests, focusing on Gas Chromatography, following ASTM protocol.
• Perform various tasks such as equipment calibration, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting.
• Clean glassware and test equipment.
• Assist with preparing reagents as needed.
• Record data on appropriate data sheets and reports data to LIMS system.
• Maintain quality records, control charts, and lab supply inventories.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and housekeeping requirements.
• Provide direct analytical support using ATSM, UOP, IP, ISO EN, and other organization published methods.

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.  

 Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• A minimum of two years of direct Laboratory analysis experience or a bachelor's degree in a field of science.
• The ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Proficiency in using LIMS applications and established chemistry lab processes.
• The ability to follow standard and non-standard procedures.
• Proficiency in utilizing non-complex and complex instrumentation.
• The ability to work overtime as business needs dictate.
• The ability to regularly lift/carry up to 44 pounds.
• The ability to occasionally lift/carry up to 49 pounds.
• The ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• The ability to tolerate exposure to various chemicals within OSHA standards.

Preferred Requirements and Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• GC Experience is definitely a plus!
• Prior experience with Microsoft Office software, including Microsoft Word and Excel, is preferred
• Prior experience with Agilent ChemStation operating software is also preferred 

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers' expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek's network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.