Chemist I

CHEMIST I
SUMMARY
Performs laboratory tests required by ProTechnics' clients, with or without
supervision, to determine chemical or physical characteristics designated by
the client.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may
be assigned.
* Perform routine laboratory tests to determine chemical or physical characteristics while ensuring compliance with the companies' ethics, safety and quality assurance policies.
* Able to read and understand all analysis and safety standards in English, including ASTM, UOP, IP and other well-defined analytical standards and procedures used in the laboratory. Management will designate additional activities as needed.
* Able to set up, adjust and operate laboratory equipment for which the Chemist has been adequately trained and has been verified to operate correctly in accordance with applicable standards and sound laboratory practice.
* Perform basic analytical tests from well-defined standards and procedures as required by the Laboratory Manager. Chemists must be documented to be able to perform all tests in accordance with applicable standards and sound laboratory practice.
* Clean and sterilize laboratory equipment.
* Verify and communicate results obtained, and to make appropriate entries into instrument logs, control charts, calibration records, laboratory worksheets, and any other media, whether print or electronic, required to ensure validity and traceability of information.
* Prepare chemical solutions according to standard formulas.
* Exercise procedural, safety and quality requirements specified in Laboratory Manual, the Core Laboratories Safety and Environmental Manual, and company policies.
* Attend training and pass appropriate examinations in petroleum, chemical and gas analysis, including Right-to-Know training, hazardous materials disposal, and other safety and compliance training required by applicable regulations.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are
representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Minimum of ‎2 years college required, Associate degree or Bachelor's degree in
chemistry or a related field and at least ‎2 years of related experience and/or
training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze and interpret instructional and technical materials
relating to procedures and safety; and applicable government regulations.
Ability to write applicable reports and correspondence clearly. Ability to
effectively present information and respond to questions from managers,
schedulers and clients.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using
whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio,
percent, and quantities (linear, volumetric, or weight) and to read and
interpolate applicable data and tables. Able to draw and interpret applicable
graphs and control charts.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete
variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to
interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or
schedule formats.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Familiarity with basic computer skills in word processing and spreadsheet
programs is helpful but not required; however, Chemists or Lab Analysts must
possess the capability to learn these applications through instruction
provided by ProTechnics.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Chemists are expected to exhibit professional appearance and attitude. They
are also expected to act in harmony with fellow employees.
JOB ASSIGNMENTS
Chemists must be ready to accept job assignments at any time, including
scheduled days off. Overtime must be worked as required. Chemists shall be
able to perform certain marketing functions and client visits as directed by
the Laboratory or Location Manager. Attendance at monthly safety meetings is
required.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid driver's license and a good driving record.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative, but not necessarily
all-inclusive, of those that must be met by an employee to successfully
perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with certain disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
ProTechnics requires Chemists to meet the following physical qualifications:
Pass the drug and alcohol test specified by ProTechnics for safety-sensitive
employees.
Be able to work in the presence of odors typical of petroleum or
petrochemicals without allergic reactions or nausea. when such odors are
within OSHA-designated permissible exposure limits (PELs).
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to
stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk
or hear; and test or smell. The employee frequently is required to walk, sit,
and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop,
kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Chemists must regularly lift or move up to ‎20 pounds and occasionally lift or
move up to ‎50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include
close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust
focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of
those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this
job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes,
airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. ProTechnics provides
product information, training, engineering controls, and personal protective
equipment in an effort to protect employees from exposure to potentially
harmful levels of those materials. Employees are required to read product
information, use available engineering controls, follow guidelines presented
during training, and be able to wear and use appropriate protective equipment,
including respiratory protective equipment, as may be required by the work
environment.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Smoking and consuming food or drinks are not permitted in ProTechnics
laboratories.

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