About the Role
This position involves planning analysis programs and participating in special test procedures to analyze the chemical composition and physical properties of samples in accordance with international testing standards and laboratory procedures for non-routine analysis. The role also focuses on developing, improving, and customizing products, equipment, formulas, processes, and analytical methods.
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Key Responsibilities
- Support all activities in the laboratories related to analytical determinations of all process stream and product samples using internationally accepted Standard Analysis Methods and adhering to HSE guidelines.
- Follow established testing procedures and monitor results to ensure they are accurate and in accordance with Company specifications.
- Conduct special tests, which may involve advanced techniques, use of special apparatus, or modifications to traditional testing methods.
- Calibrate and monitor instruments in the laboratory to ensure their testing performance is accurate.
- Prepare and standardize solutions and reagents used in the laboratory; maintain accurate records.
- Monitor laboratory operations and inform the Laboratory Section Head of any abnormal operating parameters.
- Coordinate analysis schedules, test runs, shutdowns, start-ups, and technical surveys, including inspection-related analysis of sludge and scales for corrosion control.
- Conduct installations, pre-commissioning, and commissioning tasks for assigned new QC equipment installation projects.
- Maintain an optimum inventory of chemicals, testing apparatus, equipment, and glassware for the efficient operation of the laboratory, ensuring they are clean, orderly, and safe. Prepare requisitions for chemicals as needed.
- Conduct frontline maintenance of laboratory equipment and troubleshoot analytical instruments.
- Participate in the preparation of capital and operating budgets for the laboratory to meet testing requirements and monitor/control expenditures. Contribute to the preparation of the 5-year plan for the laboratory.
Minimum Qualification
- Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or equivalent.
Minimum Experience, Knowledge & Skills
- 6 years of experience, including at least some relevant experience in a laboratory environment.
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