Biodiesel Lab Technician I

Chevron Renewable Energy Group is accepting online applications for the position of Biodiesel Lab Technician I at Mason, Iowa through August 14th, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. CST.

In this role, you will be responsible for and assist with technical support to Renewable Energy Group with an emphasis on maintaining and improving the quality of the current production and validating the quality of the incoming feedstock.

Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

• Troubleshoot instrumentation problems if/when they arise and offer solutions/recommendations for remediation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Analyze analytical information and communicate the results efficiently and accurately to management.
• Quality testing of incoming/refined ingredients, in-process products, finished products, and co-products
• Administrative and housekeeping duties.
• Participate in the SCQ program, BQ9000 program, Chevron REG’s Quality Program, and FSMA program.
• Perform analytical testing utilizing various laboratory instrumentation including (but not limited to): GC-FID, Karl Fisher titrator, densitometer, ICP, and sulfur analyzer.
• Recording of testing data in a timely manner.
• Perform activities related to the continuous improvement of laboratory operations, including testing accuracy and precision in compliance with statistical quality assurance
• Perform laboratory standard and reagent preparation.
• Perform instrument calibration and verification per manufacturing recommendations ASTM D6751 test methods, and internal work instructions.

Required Qualifications:

• Manage multiple tasks simultaneously and in a timely manner
• Be available for rotating 8, 10, or 12-hour shift work and overtime
• Demonstrate attention to detail and documentation
• Record data and generate reports on a timely basis
• 0-2 years of experience
• Ability to read and follow directions and instructions
• Maintain a clean and orderly working environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Communicate effectively with management and co-workers (oral and written)
• Provide personal contact information on an as-needed basis for official business purposes
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio)

Preferred Qualifications:

• An associates degree in a science-related field is preferred, or experience in a laboratory setting can be substituted
• JD Edwards
• Analytical ability to identify the root cause of measurement error, comprehension of instrument technical specifications and calibration procedures preferred

Relocation Options:

Relocation may be considered within Chevron's parameters.

International Considerations:

Expatriate assignments won't be considered.

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