Lab Technician - Tulsa

Basic Function · Reporting to the Lab Manager and based out of Industrial Oils Unlimited, LLC (IOU) located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, the Laboratory Technician role is responsible for executing the company lubricant formulary strategy through quality control. This includes performing l ...

Job description

Basic Function

Reporting to the Lab Manager and based out of Industrial Oils Unlimited, LLC (IOU) located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, the Laboratory Technician role is responsible for executing the company lubricant formulary strategy through quality control. This includes performing laboratory tests to determine physical and chemical characteristics or a composition of a wide range of products, including but not limited to automotive fluids (engine oils, gear fluids, transmission fluids, etc.), natural gas engine oils, industrial fluids, soaps and cleaners, etc. This is a safety-sensitive position. 

Job Duties

Performs laboratory tests to determine physical and chemical characteristics or composition of a wide range of products, including but not limited to automotive fluid (engine oils, gear fluids, transmission fluids, etc.), natural gas engine oils, industrial fluids, soaps and cleaners, etc.

Understands, follows and enforces all established policies, procedures and recognized practices

Performs all quality assurance tests and procedures in a precise and accurate manner

Uses good laboratory practices to accurately record and file all raw test data, including pertinent paperwork

Communicates results and disposition to Manufacturing, Shipping, and Receiving

Promptly reports all problems regarding procedures, specifications, etc., to the Lab Manager or Formulation Chemist

Responsible for the care and maintenance of instruments and other lab equipment

Prepares lab standard test reagents

Performs standardization on reagents and equipment calibrations on a regular basis

Supports with non-routine work, which includes equipment installation, maintenance, etc.

Works independently at times

Completes special projects assigned by Lab Manager in a timely manner

Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work environment

Maintains sample retain storage and organization

Practices safe handling techniques with hazardous chemicals

Other duties as assigned by management team

Experience

A minimum of six months of related material testing experience is required.  Experience in a laboratory setting preferred.  Experience in a manufacturing setting preferred.  

Education

•  H.S. Diploma or equivalent required

•  Bachelor's degree in science, chemistry or a related field preferred.  

Required Skills

Basic mechanical ability and understanding of operational principles of assigned area's testing instruments. Basic ability to perform routine tests daily. Ability to effectively communicate with others, both written and verbal communication, and organizational skills. Ability to complete all required training.  Depending on location, elementary algebra and proficiency with spreadsheet and word-processing software applications. Basic reading and writing skills, ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.

Familiarity with laboratory methods and equipment for running tests preferred. Basic computer skills, including knowledge of presentation and e-mail software applications preferred.  

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibility

None

Work Conditions

Office-based, warehouse/plant environment with minimal travel required. Subject to all temperatures, weather, and varying road conditions. May be required to work flexible hours including overtime when needed.

Benefits

HF Sinclair offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Time-Off
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with match
• Educational Reimbursement
• Parental Bonding Time
• Employee Discounts

We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, ensuring our employees have the resources needed to thrive professionally and personally.

Benefit eligibility is governed by official plan documents, for more details visit Total Rewards.

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, and perceiving color difference. Job conditions may require wearing personal protective equipment.

Our One HF Sinclair Culture:




At HF Sinclair, we are united through our One HF Sinclair Culture, which is underpinned by our five core values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Ownership and Inclusion. Developed to empower our people, our five core cultural values are at the heart of everything we do and extend to how we engage our stakeholders. These values influence our decisions, shape our behaviors and keep us connected across the entire organization.

We maintain a true Safety culture for our employees, communities, environments and customers. Our goal is to make sure everyone returns home safely each day. We have a long-standing commitment to Integrity and ethical behavior and do what is right for our employees, investors, communities and the environment. We encourage employees to Step Up and Stand Out by championing a culture of Teamwork and Ownership. We foster a culture of Inclusion by encouraging diversity of experiences, viewpoints and backgrounds. What makes each of us different, together makes us stronger.

About HF Sinclair Corporation




HF Sinclair Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is an independent energy company that produces and markets high-value light products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, renewable diesel and other specialty products. HF Sinclair owns and operates refineries located in Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Wyoming, Washington 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. HF Sinclair supplies high-quality fuels to more than 1,500 branded stations and licenses the use of the Sinclair brand at more than 300 additional locations throughout the country. In addition, subsidiaries of HF Sinclair produce and market base oils and other specialized lubricants in the U.S., Canada and the Netherlands, and export products to more than 80 countries. Through its subsidiaries, HF Sinclair produces renewable diesel at two of its facilities in Wyoming and also at its facility in Artesia, New Mexico. HF Sinclair provides petroleum product and crude oil transportation, terminalling, storage and throughput services to its refineries and the petroleum industry.

Equal Opportunity Employer




HF Sinclair 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.