Lab Technician
What’s the role
In this position, you will be responsible for performing laboratory tests on petroleum products and refining process streams to ensure process control, product specifications, and compliance parameters. You will conduct analysis of finished products to ascertain adherence to manufacturing specifications. In addition, you will need to document all tests performed both in hard copy as well as in the electronic management system. You will also be expected to perform routine maintenance on testing equipment and complete housekeeping duties.
Accountabilities:
Recognize potential hazards in work area
Use proper PPE
Act in accordance with our Core Values
Report to work on time and dressed in FRC’s
Follow attendance management guidelines
Clean area and be proactive regarding housekeeping
Complete mandatory training on time
Perform Checklists
Customer communication and reporting
Run, enter and react to SQC Data Points
Perform required scheduled PM’s
Participate in Departmental Meetings
Prepare Equipment/Instrumentation for Maintenance
(Permits)
Communicate clearly and in detail (Daily Logs)
Train Others
Manage sample priorities / workload
Follow Product Approval process
Solve problems
Organize work
Work accurately and thoroughly
Work well with others
Learn new tasks
What we need from you
Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer
Have prior full time analytical lab technician experience, preferably in a refinery or petrochemical lab environment
Minimum of 1 year of experience
You must have an experience in refinery/ chemical testing methods and equipment including - Distillation apparatus, RVP analysis, Flash Equipment, Ion and Gas Chromatography techniques, X-ray techniques, GC/MS, ICP, Nitrogen and Sulfur analysis, pH, Titration, UV and Spectrophotometers is preferred
You should be familiar with NPDES water testing protocol
Proficiency in basic chemical lab skills preferred (e.g., weighing, pipetting, titrating, dilutions, metric system, safe lab practices, units’ conversion, read and understand lab methods, etc.)
Proficiency in basic math skills preferred (e.g., rounding numbers, fractions, percentages, simple statistics, use of hand calculator)
Proficiency in basic chemistry preferred (e.g., pH, acid-base reactions, operating principles of simple lab equipment, recognize chemical formulas)
Experience with personal or laboratory computers preferred (used frequently as a work tool for school or job, data entry, spreadsheet calculations)
Minimum of High School diploma or GED
Bachelor’s degree in science in Chemistry or related sciences preferred
You must have at least 18 years old
Must currently hold or be able to qualify to receive a Transportation
Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card. Note, information
regarding TWIC qualification standards may be found at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic
Willing to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule (including weekends, holidays and overtime)
Willing to provide duty coverage per schedule
Willing to respond to unscheduled callouts
Have ability to read and understand analytical procedures / methods
Willing to work in a diverse, multi-skilled, achievement oriented, team-based environment
Be able to use computers in a work environment
Offers contingent on ability to pass the written qualification exam
A working knowledge of laboratory information management systems and the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) is necessary
Working overtime, after-hours callouts, weekends, holidays required
***Please note that there is an Online Assessment which is required for this position. In order to be considered, you must complete the assessment and receive a passing score, even if you have taken previous assessments. Please review your Workday tasks, directions and instructions in order to ensure you complete the required test within the provided timeframe***
The rate for this position is $45.22. Individual pay will be based on various factors, such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skill level, and internal equity.
For regular full-time or regular part-time employees of the Company (participating companies as listed in the Summary Plan Description), insurance coverage options include medical, dental, vision coverage, life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs. Employees also participate in a company pension plan and a 401(k) plan. Paid leave includes up to 6 weeks of paid vacation time, up to 11 paid holidays, and parental leave offering 16 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents, and 8 weeks of paid leave for non-birthing parents.
Additionally, employees are eligible for short-term disability leave for up to 26 weeks at 100% or 50% of base pay as well as Long-Term Disability insurance. Shell also offers other compensation such financial reimbursement for adoption, wellness, education, and personal learning expenses, and some roles are eligible for discretionary long-term incentives. For interns, eligible benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs; participation in a 401(k) plan; and paid leave for up to 11 paid holidays. Additional information on Shell’s US benefit programs can be found at https://www.shell.us/careers/about-careers-at-shell/rewards-and-benefits.html
Company description
Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with about 84,000 employees across more than 70 countries. We aim to meet the world’s growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally and socially responsible. We have expertise in among other exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of oil products, chemicals, electric power, renewables and energy solutions.
As a global energy company operating in a challenging world, we set high standards f performance and ethical behaviors. We are judged by how we act and how we live up to our core values of honesty, integrity and respect for people. Our Business Principles are based on these. They promote trust, openness, teamwork and professionalism, as well as pride in what we do and how we conduct business.
Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.
An innovative place to work
There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, whilst managing the risks of climate change.
Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.
An inclusive place to work
To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills and reach your potential.
We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment processes, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.
We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.
A rewarding place to work
Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.
We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.
Please note: We occasionally amend or withdraw Shell jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date.
Before applying, you are advised to read our data protection policy. This policy describes the processing that may be associated with your personal data and informs you that your personal data may be transferred to Royal Dutch/Shell Group companies around the world.
The Shell Group and its approved recruitment consultants will never ask you for a fee to process or consider your application for a career with Shell. Anyone who demands such a fee is not an authorized Shell representative and you are strongly advised to refuse any such demand.
Shell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.