Lab Technician

Lab Technician

The Lab Technician supports the Quality team by performing sample logging, testing, condition monitoring, and general lab upkeep. This role works closely with the R&D team, handling samples and performing production floor checks to ensure that high-performance petroleum products meet workmanship and quality standards. The Lab Technician uses instrumental analysis to support blending and packaging operations, performs day-to-day monitoring and testing, and provides initial start-up authorization to ensure reliability and conformance to specifications.

Responsibilities

• Log and receive samples, perform in-process testing, and maintain accurate records of all laboratory activities.
• Conduct condition monitoring and run laboratory tests to support the Quality department and production operations.
• Perform pipetting, titrations, fuel dilution testing, labeling, barcoding, and other wet chemistry techniques in accordance with lab quality standards.
• Execute laboratory tests throughout the full product life cycle, including but not limited to FTIR, viscosity, density, pour-point, cold crank, XRF, and ICP analyses.
• Calibrate, validate, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments to ensure accurate and reliable test results.
• Generate test results using the LIMS system and prepare clear, complete test reports as required.
• Maintain lab quality standards at all times, ensuring continuous documentation of results, records, and all other required reports.
• Support the blending and packaging functions of high-performance petroleum products through timely and accurate testing and approvals.
• Perform routine lab upkeep, including organization, cleanliness, and readiness of instruments and work areas.
• Conduct production floor quality control checks as needed to verify conformance to specifications.
• Work independently during designated hours while maintaining communication with the broader Quality and lab teams.
• Contribute positively to the lab's outgoing and collaborative culture by communicating effectively and supporting team goals.
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple samples, tests, and priorities simultaneously.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related laboratory sciences coursework.
• 6–12 months of academic or quality laboratory experience.
• Hands-on experience with basic wet chemistry techniques such as titrations and pipetting.
• Experience performing laboratory tests related to viscosity, density, and other physical property measurements.
• Familiarity with instrumental analysis methods such as FTIR, XRF, and ICP or similar techniques.
• Ability to calibrate, validate, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments under guidance.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced lab environment while maintaining high quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in sample handling, testing, and documentation.
• Ability to work independently, especially during later shift hours, while following established procedures.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with Quality, Product Development, and Condition Monitoring teams.
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple samples, tests, and priorities simultaneously.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with ICP or ICP-MS instrumentation.
• Experience with troubleshooting, maintenance, and calibration of a wide range of lab instruments.
• Any hands-on mechanical or technical experience, such as fixing cars, tinkering, or using hand tools.
• Demonstrated comfort in a fast-paced environment, supported by references.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities, supported by references.
• Proven multi-tasking skills, supported by references.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, supported by references.
• Interest in analytical chemistry and working with advanced laboratory technologies.
• Familiarity with LIMS systems for data entry, results tracking, and report generation.

Work Environment

This role is primarily lab-based, with approximately 95% of the time spent working in a modern laboratory and about 5% on the production floor completing quality control checks. The lab is part of a 6–8 person Quality Control team that also supports Product Development and…