Lab Technician

Job Description

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Lab Technician

DEPARTMENT: Technical Services

REPORTS TO: Laboratory Manager/Regional Technical Manager

SUMMARY: Provides technical skills in performing and analyzing various samples, and in procedures used in the testing support for our sales team and DK customers. Samples being tested and analyzed can include produced water, crude oil, gas bombs, solids and deposit materials from oil and gas production. At times there may be sample testing to support our sales and manufacturing efforts for products to our customers.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work in a safe and environmentally responsible manner
• Follow all tenets of the Responsible Care Management System and the Quality, Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security Policy for Dorf Ketal
• Perform requested tests on samples provided by sales, manufacturing, and packaging facilities
• Report test results on a timely basis
• Receive in samples from customers, sales and manufacturing including ensuring chain of custody (COC) is accurate and logged into DK LIMS system
• Run appropriate laboratory tests as requested by customers, sales and manufacturing
• Enter results from laboratory testing into appropriate location or database such as DK LIMS system
• Ensure calibrations are done on all lab equipment timely and as needed
• Ensure laboratory workspaces are properly maintained, clean and organized
• Package and ship samples when necessary to other DK locations or customers
• Collaborate with other DK personnel or as directed by lab supervisor on the tests being performed as needed to seek additional information to provide the best results
• Report lab data on samples analyzed as requested by lab supervisor, sales or customer
• Assist with lab tours during sales and customer visits to DK location
• Recommend and implement new and revised testing procedures and SOPs to provide accurate and informative test results
• Maintain inventory and records of all necessary supplies and reagents for the laboratory processes and procedures
• Support and assist in implementing and maintaining certified management systems ascribed to DK such as ISO 9001. Identify training needs of personnel as required; promote awareness of risks and opportunities associated with their work. Maintain an understanding of the Quality policy and how they personally contribute to meeting DK objectives and goals

• SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

• QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Education:
    • Bachelor’s, associate’s degree in chemistry or related science preferred
  • Experience/Skills:
    • Two - four years of laboratory experience in a related position or industry may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
  • Certifications:
    • DOT and IATA Hazmat Shipping Certification preferred
  • Physical Requirements:
    • Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects

• COMPETENCIES:

  • Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
  • Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
  • Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
  • Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
  • Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
  • Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
  • Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
  • Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
  • Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
  • Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
  • Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
  • Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
  • Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
  • Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
  • Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
  • Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
  • Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
  • Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.
  • Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
  • Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
  • Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

• The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.