Intertek
Laboratory Technician, Petroleum – Corpus Christi, Texas
Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top‑recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Petroleum Laboratory Technician to join our Caleb Brett team at our Corpus Christi, TX facility.
Intertek Caleb Brett provides specialized cargo inspection and analytical assessment services to the oil and gas, chemical and other commodities markets. With a global network of laboratories, 24/7 availability, and more than 130 years of exceptional customer service, our customers receive independent inspection and testing with industry‑leading customer service.
We continuously innovate to reduce risk for consumers, brands, and organizations. We go beyond testing, inspection and certification – we are a total quality assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our purpose is to bring quality, safety, and sustainability to life.
What We’re Looking For The Laboratory Technician is responsible for performing duties to support analytical testing for Intertek and its clients. The Technician maintains associated records to provide accurate, timely, and cost‑effective service.
What You’ll Do
Perform numerous chemical and physical tests based on ASTM methods or accepted industry standards in multiple test areas
Assist with equipment calibration, maintenance and basic troubleshooting
Clean glassware and test equipment
Assist with preparing reagents as needed
Record data on appropriate data sheets and report data to LIMS system
Maintain quality records, control charts, and lab supply inventories
Comply with safety, quality and housekeeping requirements
Participate in cross‑training as needed
This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above duties.
Minimum Requirements & Qualifications
Ability to work in a fast‑paced, multi‑tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines
Must be detail‑oriented and able to effectively prioritize and organize workload, with efficient time management
Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal, written and presentation formats
Must possess the fundamental technical and administrative skills required to perform the job duties
Must be customer focused and quality driven
Must demonstrate ability to multi‑task in high‑production testing areas
Must possess good math and observation skills
Must demonstrate proficiency using LIMS applications and established chemistry lab processes
Must demonstrate excellent team communication, coordination and cooperation
Must demonstrate ability to follow standard and non‑standard procedures
Must demonstrate ability to utilize non‑complex and complex instrumentation
Prefer proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
Must be able to work overtime as business needs dictate
Preferred Requirements and Qualifications
High school diploma or GED preferred
Prefer successful completion of at least one semester of college level chemistry and/or prior work experience in a laboratory environment
GC Experience is definitely a plus
Octane/Cetane testing experience is a plus
Salary & Benefits Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skillset, experience, qualifications, and other job‑related duties.
In addition to competitive compensation, the Intertek family offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation/sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.
Work Environment Intertek is a drug‑free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may require a pre‑employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.
We Value Diversity Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1‑877‑694‑8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.
Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.
About Intertek Intertek is a leading total quality assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries delivers innovative and bespoke ATIC solutions for our customers’ operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state‑of‑the‑art facilities and passionate people dedicated to providing superior customer service and bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.
About the Team Intertek Caleb Brett is a leading total quality assurance provider to industries worldwide and experts in qualitative and quantitative analytical assessment services to the oil and gas, chemical, and other commodities markets. With international 24/7/365 service and coordination coverage, we treat each cargo as if it were our own.
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Intertek Caleb Brett provides specialized cargo inspection and analytical assessment services to the oil and gas, chemical and other commodities markets. With a global network of laboratories, 24/7 availability, and more than 130 years of exceptional customer service, our customers receive independent inspection and testing with industry‑leading customer service.
We continuously innovate to reduce risk for consumers, brands, and organizations. We go beyond testing, inspection and certification – we are a total quality assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our purpose is to bring quality, safety, and sustainability to life.
What We’re Looking For The Laboratory Technician is responsible for performing duties to support analytical testing for Intertek and its clients. The Technician maintains associated records to provide accurate, timely, and cost‑effective service.
What You’ll Do
Perform numerous chemical and physical tests based on ASTM methods or accepted industry standards in multiple test areas
Assist with equipment calibration, maintenance and basic troubleshooting
Clean glassware and test equipment
Assist with preparing reagents as needed
Record data on appropriate data sheets and report data to LIMS system
Maintain quality records, control charts, and lab supply inventories
Comply with safety, quality and housekeeping requirements
Participate in cross‑training as needed
This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above duties.
Minimum Requirements & Qualifications
Ability to work in a fast‑paced, multi‑tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines
Must be detail‑oriented and able to effectively prioritize and organize workload, with efficient time management
Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal, written and presentation formats
Must possess the fundamental technical and administrative skills required to perform the job duties
Must be customer focused and quality driven
Must demonstrate ability to multi‑task in high‑production testing areas
Must possess good math and observation skills
Must demonstrate proficiency using LIMS applications and established chemistry lab processes
Must demonstrate excellent team communication, coordination and cooperation
Must demonstrate ability to follow standard and non‑standard procedures
Must demonstrate ability to utilize non‑complex and complex instrumentation
Prefer proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
Must be able to work overtime as business needs dictate
Preferred Requirements and Qualifications
High school diploma or GED preferred
Prefer successful completion of at least one semester of college level chemistry and/or prior work experience in a laboratory environment
GC Experience is definitely a plus
Octane/Cetane testing experience is a plus
Salary & Benefits Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skillset, experience, qualifications, and other job‑related duties.
In addition to competitive compensation, the Intertek family offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation/sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.
Work Environment Intertek is a drug‑free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may require a pre‑employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.
We Value Diversity Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1‑877‑694‑8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.
Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.
About Intertek Intertek is a leading total quality assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries delivers innovative and bespoke ATIC solutions for our customers’ operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state‑of‑the‑art facilities and passionate people dedicated to providing superior customer service and bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.
About the Team Intertek Caleb Brett is a leading total quality assurance provider to industries worldwide and experts in qualitative and quantitative analytical assessment services to the oil and gas, chemical, and other commodities markets. With international 24/7/365 service and coordination coverage, we treat each cargo as if it were our own.
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