DescriptionA Senior Refinery Chemist performs laboratory operations, maintains regulatory compliance, oversees and trains Lab Technicians and completes special projects.
At Valero, this role performs duties that support our commitment to advancing the future of energy through innovation, ingenuity, and unmatched execution, including:
• Performs non-routine sample testing and preparation
• Performs instrument maintenance and calibration, methods development & optimization.
• Assists with compliance protocols relative to fuel quality, statistical quality control, audit records, document control
• Performs special projects as assigned by Laboratory Manager
• Maintains analytical specialization in certain areas of laboratory
• Develop training documents and safety procedure
• Training and qualification of laboratory technician
• Oversee technicians and monitor quality of test data
• Interact with vendors, customers and regularatory agencies
• Other duties as assigned (ordering of instrumentation, consumables, reagents, and general laboratory supplies, etc.)
This position is salaried exempt status, which means you are not eligible for overtime pay.
QualificationsMinimum Requirements:- Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero Ardmore Refinery, required.
- Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Biology, Bio-Chemistry, Physics, or related field required.
- 5 years of directly related laboratory experience required.
Preferred Requirements: • Experience in a petroleum lab is preferred.
• Knowledge of LIMS systems is preferred.
• Knowledge of Statistical Quality Control charting is preferred.
Need more reasons to work for a company that is both professionally challenging and culturally rewarding? Take a look at some of our best-in-class benefits:
- Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Program
- 100% match on 401(K) up to 7%, with immediate vesting
- Company-sponsored Pension Plan
- Comprehensive Healthcare and Wellness Program
Benefits described above are highlights only, subject to an employee's eligibility and work location.
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Position level and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
