Lab Tech at Wood PLC in Hebron, Ohio

Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION



Process chemist with expertise to run a petrochemical/refinery process monitoring lab. Ability to work on research teams for manufacturing, feedstock, and product characterization. Capable of performing complex research and experiments to develop new methods and procedures under a safe environment. Experience to build a comprehensive technical report and present these findings to operations, Engineers, or Scientists. Expertise in spectrophotometry for process water testing, thermal analysis technique such as thermogravimetric analysis and gas chromatography.



RESPONSIBILITIES



- Process design: Develop and optimize chemical-pyrolysis processes to produce hydrocarbon compounds, or the production of existing compounds on a large scale.

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  Process scale-up: Conduct laboratory-scale experiments to determine the feasibility of new processes, and then scale them up for production.


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  Process optimization: Continuously monitor and optimize the performance of chemical processes, including factors such as yield, efficiency, and safety.


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  Process troubleshooting: Investigate and resolve any problems that arise during the production of hydrocarbon/chemical compounds, including issues related to quality, cost, and safety.


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  Equipment design: Design and specify the equipment and materials needed for chemical processes, lab testing and oversee the installation and commissioning of new equipment.


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  Cost analysis: Conduct cost analyses to determine the economic viability of new processes and make recommendations for process improvement.


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  Quality Control/Assurance: Perform testing under ASTM methods and adhere or improve the existing quality management systems and lab information management system.


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  Compliance: Familiarity with relevant industry codes, standards, and regulations.


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  Technical competence: ability to use the following instrument.
  
  
  • TGA, DSC, EA, FTIR, CIC for solid feed and hydrocarbon product characterization.
  
  
  • HACH testing kits for process waste quality analysis.
  
  
  • Gas chromatography (GC) for simulated distillation analysis of petroleum product
  
  
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS



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• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering


• Associate degree in Chemistry with over 2 years' experience in process lab environment


• Extensive experience in thermal process instruments such as TGA, DSC, EA.


• Strong knowledge of LIMS usage as administrator or user


• Experience with pyrolysis processes is a plus.


• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex process issues.


• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.


• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

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