Lab Technician

Company: HollyFrontier Corporation
Location: Tulsa
Posted on: January 13, 2021

Job Description:

HollyFrontier Corporation is--seeking a Laboratory Technician in Tulsa, OK. Under limited supervision, the successful candidate will be primarily responsible for finished product quality control and specification compliance testing. Candidate will train others in quality control and specification compliance testing. Individual will also organize, analyze, and communicate test data to others as well as play a significant role in troubleshooting various production problems. BASIC FUNCTION: Under limited supervision, responsible for finished product quality control and specification compliance testing. Train others in quality control and specification compliance testing. Organize, analyze, and communicate test data to others. Play a significant role in troubleshooting testing, material, or production problems. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: (functions considered essential as defined by ADA)* Conducts and/or supervises product quality control and specification compliance testing and coordinates outside testing services* Produces and tests lab prepared samples aimed at product development, research & development, corporate directives, etc., and analyzes and communicates experimental results under supervision* Assumes responsibility for all laboratory calibration and standardization requirements and associated documentation* Conducts and assumes responsibility for assigned area's proficiency sample testing * Troubleshoots production or any other issues affecting finished product quality with assistance from senior staff* Troubleshoots problems with testing, test methods, or test equipment and may conduct special assignments as necessary to administer the affairs of the assigned area's technical group with assistance from senior staff as needed depending on location* Designs, conducts, and communicates the results from experiments aimed at advancing assigned area's corporate strategy under supervision* Executes required assigned area's Health Safety & Environmental programs and initiatives as required* Trains lower level laboratory personnel as neededMay include some or all of the following:* Executes HAC's plan for AMRL accreditation under supervision * Collects and distributes samples to customers and others* Conducts and assumes responsibility for assigned area's proficiency sample testingSpecial assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their supervisor, as determined from time--to time in their sole and complete discretion.EXPERIENCE:A minimum of three years of related material testing experience is required.REQUIRED EDUCATION: A minimum of a High School Diploma is required. PREFERRED EDUCATION:Bachelors or Associate degree in natural sciences, engineering, or other applicable field is preferred. REQUIRED SKILLS:Intermediate level algebra and proficiency with spreadsheet and word-processing software applications. Good mechanical ability and understanding of operational principles of assigned area's laboratory testing instruments. Ability to effectively communicate with others, both written and verbal communication. Ability to complete all required classroom and CBT training. Ability to achieve high proficiency scores. May require good supervisory skills depending on location. Basic reading and writing skills, and ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.SUPERVISORY/MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:May be required to lead the work activities of others. WORK CONDITIONS:Office based with up to 10% travel by land and air required. Petroleum refinery, warehouse/plant environments, out-of-doors, and driver based environment including but not limited to chemicals, pressure vessels, tanks, and rotating equipment. Subject to all temperatures, weather, and varying road conditions. May be required to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and a rotating schedule as required.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Job conditions require standing, walking, sitting, twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, talking or hearing, making visual inspections, making precise hand and finger movements reaching or grasping, lifting and/or carrying up to 50lbs, pushing and/or pulling up to 50lbs, ability to operate and drive all assigned company vehicles at company standard insurance rates is essential, valid state driver's license and proof of insurance required, and perceiving color difference. Job conditions may require wearing personal protective equipment (beards not permitted).ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH, & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:Our primary values at HollyFrontier are: we put health and safety first; we care about the environment.All HollyFrontier employees are expected to work safely every day and be safety & environmental leaders. This includes active participation in the following:* Stops and/or reports any unsafe work or conditions* Follows safety & environmental policies and procedures* Supports safety & environmental goals and initiatives* Participates in safety & environmental meetings, training, emergency drills and hazard recognition programs* Reports all accidents, injuries and near misses, and participates in associated investigations* Participates in industrial hygiene, medical surveillance and behavior based safety programsAbout HollyFrontier CorporationHollyFrontier Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is an independent petroleum refiner and marketer that produces high value light products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel and other specialty products. HollyFrontier owns and operates refineries located in Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Utah and markets its refined products principally in the Southwest U.S., the Rocky Mountains extending into the Pacific Northwest and in other neighboring Plains states. In addition, HollyFrontier produces base oils and other specialized lubricants in the U.S., Canada and Netherlands, and exports products to more than 80 countries. HollyFrontier also owns a 57% limited partner interest and a non-economic general partner interest in Holly Energy Partners, L.P., a master limited partnership that provides petroleum product and crude oil transportation, terminal line, storage and throughput services to the petroleum industry, including HollyFrontier Corporation subsidiaries.Join HollyFrontier where you have the opportunity to develop and own your career! HollyFrontier Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.

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