Chemist-I

SUMMARY

Performs routine laboratory tests under close supervision to determine chemical or physical characteristics designated by Saybolt's client.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

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.

Assist senior laboratory personnel in setting up, adjusting and operating 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.

Assist in or perform basic analytical tests from well-defined standards and procedures as assigned by the Laboratory Manager. Laboratory technicians must be verified to be able to perform all tests in accordance with applicable standards and sound laboratory practice.

Clean and sterilize laboratory equipment.

Assist in calibrating laboratory instruments for which the Chemist has been adequately trained and has been verified to operate correctly in accordance with applicable standards and sound laboratory practice.

Prepare chemical solutions according to standard formulas.

Exercise safety requirements specified in Saybolt's Safety Handbook, Manual #5, and Safety Manual.

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.

Understand and be able to complete laboratory raw data sheets and make accurate entries into Saybolt's laboratory computer programs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with certain disabilities to perform the essential job functions when safety is not compromised. A90-day initial review period applies to Chemist, during which time the Chemist and Saybolt will determine the technician's suitability for the job.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Proven track record of successfully managing operations and driving business growth.

• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

• Skilled in setting and managing priorities to meet tight deadlines.

• Provide leadership and commitment to ongoing improvements in safety, quality, productivity, and delivery performance.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

COMPETENCIES

• Business Acumen: interpret internal trends, business context, strategy, and operations of the organization and analyse customer needs, and co-creates business strategy and operational solutions that create value and impact to achieve sustainable business results

• Execution Excellence: deliver impact through practical problem-solving, finding practical solutions to navigate and overcome obstacles; engagement with stakeholders, achieving shared goals using effective interpersonal skills; and purposeful execution, implements actionable and adaptive plans to achieve results.

• People Advocacy: build human-centric organizational cultures that promote performance, productivity and wellbeing, navigating change, and holding the organization to ethical standards, ensuring ethical conduct and compliance, and mitigating people risks.

• Data Literacy: analyse, interpret, and communicate operational data to derive actionable insights, inform decision-making, and operational improvements to achieve strategic business objectives.

• Digital Agility: utilize technology to enhance operational efficiency and prepare the organization to adopt digital practices.

• People Analytics: collecting and applying organizational and operational data to improve critical business outcomes

• Leading Self: has a self-awareness of how actions are perceived and how to respond to feedback.  Leading with empathy towards others and understanding the world from their point of view.

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PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative 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 disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee may be asked to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral 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.

• This position resides within a normal office working environment

• .  While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles.  The employee may also be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals in some work areas.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Core Laboratories, including all of its affiliated and related entities, is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. Employment decisions are made regardless of characteristics including, but not limited to, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, religion, genetic information, protected veteran or uniformed service member status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable law.