Job Information
Insight Global Lab Technician in Hoquiam, Washington
Job Description
Lab Testing (70%)
Perform all tests available in the laboratory and maintain the equipment and instruments used for those tests.
Perform laboratory testing of raw materials and products.
Monitor instrument performance in accordance with REG's Statistical Quality Control (SQC) program.
Assist in the evaluation of product nonconformity.
Design and conduct laboratory experiments in support of continuous improvement and business development initiatives.
Promptly submit test results to the appropriate database, issuing reports if necessary.
Laboratory Upkeep (10%)
Monitor inventory of supplies and lab gases and place orders when necessary to ensure that supplies are always available.
Enter and receive Purchase Orders in JD Edwards for ordered supplies.
Perform routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
Documentation and Record Keeping (10%)
Maintain necessary safety records, including equipment inspections and Safety Data Sheets.
Adhere to existing safety standards and help improve laboratory safety practices whenever possible.
Document laboratory work and store records in approved locations.
Create and maintain SOPs and other instructional laboratory documents.
Support (10%)
Provide technical support to other REG departments as needed.
Provide additional technical support to process optimization and continuous improvement efforts within Manufacturing.
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com .
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Skills and Requirements
Must be onsite in Hoquiam, Washington.
GED or High School Diploma.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio). Experience in automotives, manufacturing plant, or industrial background.
Feedstock canola oil - canola to biodiesel.
Glycerin, fatty acid testing.
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or STEM related field.
Knowledge of oils and fats or other agricultural products and processing.
Knowledge of petroleum industry and products.
Experience with product quality assurance methodologies and troubleshooting (root-cause analysis, statistical quality control, etc.).
Knowledge of laboratory equipment including but not limited to, GC's, ICP's, titrators, distillation equipment, combustion analyzers, density/viscosity analyzers, cold property analyzers, wet chemistry apparatus. null
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.