Lab Technician
: Job Details :

Entity:

Production & Operations

Job Family Group:

Research & Technology Group

Job Description:

The Cherry Point Laboratory offers an exciting opportunity for a Quality Assurance Lab Technician. This position is responsible for chemical and biological analysis and reporting of petroleum products, compressed gases and wastewater for product quality assurance, process optimization and environmental compliance. This position is an essential, operational critical role to our product quality and environmental compliance systems. Success in this role is accomplished through a strong science and analytical background in addition to following established procedures, process safety standards and best practices.

Key Accountabilities:

• Understands and supports the day-to-day operational and the longer-term strategic goals of the refinery and laboratory.
• Exercises safe lab work practices with a proactive approach to raising and resolving issues
• Safely samples various product streams in the field.
• Understands and follows American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) and regulatory test methods.
• Provides prompt and accurate testing of routine and non-routine samples following the required method/standard.
• Takes ownership of their test results while truthfully and accurately entering results into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Understands the analytical data being generated and performs troubleshooting as needed
• Proactively communicates any unusual observations made during sample analysis to flag potential issues, assist in troubleshooting and resolving of an issue.
• Performs any required retesting and communicates off-specification product results..
• Follows instrument performance-monitoring checks ensuring accurate records as part of the laboratory's SQC system.
• Serves as a laboratory instrument(s) owner, responsible for the maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting and minor repair required for accurate reliable operation of equipment.
• Participates in routine proficiency testing and on-going training programs.
• Is self-directed with a high level of initiative.
• Is motivated and accountable for achieving long term and day to day goals and tasks.
• Works well with others on the team, driving actions for the overall benefit of the team to complete tasks and achieve goals
• Assists the laboratory chemists and supervisors in the development of new test procedures.

Essential Education:

• Bachelor's degree in science or related field or equivalent experience.

Job Requirements and Essential Experience with the following:

• Working a rotating 12-hour shift schedule with required overtime
• Climbing ladders/stairs to a height of 50 feet and to lift at least 40 pounds.
• Working safely and following prescribed procedures
• Working alone without supervision during the shift
• Moving through the lab technician progression within the targeted timeframe
• Strong analytical chemistry skills
• Good written and oral communication skills with ability to write procedures (standard work instructions) and train others
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications with intermediate computer skills
• Knowledge on the use of a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Knowledge on the use of SQC methods.

Desirable/Preferred Criteria:

• Previous experience in a petroleum or environmental laboratory.
• Knowledge of petroleum testing and specification.

Why join us

At bp, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and ambitious environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.

There are many aspects of our employees' lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits ( to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, and excellent retirement benefits, among others!

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Pay rate is $41.28 + overtime. Some of our benefits include medical, dental, vision, pension, and a 401k matching contribution, vacation, and 9 paid holidays per year.

This role is a safety sensitive position. Post-offer candidates must submit to and pass pre-employment drug testing, which screens for prohibited substances, including marijuana and Cannabinoids (CBD). Visit for more information about the bp US Drug & Alcohol Misuse Policy.

Travel Requirement

No travel is expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:

This position is not available for remote working

Skills:

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.