Lab Technician I

SUMMARY:  This position provides operational support to all aspects of the lab.  

RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following.  Other duties may be assigned at management’s discretion.

• Maintain a safe, clean work environment by observing all local, state, and federal regulations regarding health, safety and the environment. This includes all established plant and lab safety practices to ensure good housekeeping/hygiene practices are maintained.
• Perform routine wet and instrumental chemistry analyses in accordance with established analytical methods and laboratory operating procedures.
• Prepare standards and perform calculations.
• Operate quality control system by entering data, observing control charts.
• Review standardization, quality control and sample analytical data for accuracy.
• Review, release, and record sample results.
• Collect and run samples in the plant as directed.

REQUIREMENTS:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty/function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skills, and/or ability required or preferred.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions as listed below.

• High school diploma or GED required, associate degree in chemistry or related science field preferred.
• Prior experience in petroleum or chemical industries preferred.

• Ability to read and write effective reports and business correspondence using standard Microsoft Office products.
• Oral presentation skills must be effective with all levels of management.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The role is primarily performed in a laboratory setting within a renewable diesel production facility.
• Employees may be exposed to airborne particles, chemical fumes, flammable liquids, and other hazardous substances; appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided and is required.
• Work may occasionally occur near loud equipment for limited periods of time. Appropriate PPE will be provided and is required.
• The environment requires adherence to established safety, cleanliness, and quality protocols at all times.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This position requires the ability to:

• Remain in a stationary position or stand for extended periods.
• Lift and carry materials or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Perform tasks requiring manual dexterity, such as operating lab instruments and preparing chemical solutions.
• Visually inspect materials and read instruments, labels, and digital screens with or without corrective lenses.

NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE: This position follows a 7-day on / 7-day off schedule, working 12-hour shifts. Flexibility may be required to support operational needs, including occasional extended hours or schedule adjustments.

WHY JOIN SEABOARD ENERGY?

• Traditional benefits include: competitive pay, affordable medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage, retirement savings plans for full-time and active employees, flexible spending accounts, life/AD&D insurance, family life insurance and employee assistance program.
• Other benefits: career training and advancement, discounted pork products, employee referral bonuses, wellness programs, annual family events and discount programs. 

ABOUT SEABOARD ENERGY

As a Seaboard Corporation company, we work collaboratively with the other Seaboard companies to promote sustainable energy projects, including but not limited to, the production of biodiesel and renewable diesel.