Laboratory Technician

Job Title: Lab Technician

Job Location: Wickliffe, Ohio

Job type: Full-time

Type of role: On-site

About Lubrizol

The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a specialty chemical company whose science delivers sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing and enhance modern life . Founded in 1928, Lubrizol owns and operates more than 100 manufacturing facilities, sales, and technical offices around the world and has about 8,000 employees. For more information, visit .

We value diversity in professional backgrounds and life experiences. By enabling a consistent, unbiased, and transparent recruitment process, Lubrizol seeks to create a positive experience for candidates so we can get to know them at their best. We recognize unique work and life situations and offer flexibility, ensuring our employees feel engaged and fulfilled in every aspect of life.

Join Our Thriving Team at Lubrizol as a Lab Technician

Unleash Your Potential. At Lubrizol we're transforming the specialty chemicals market and looking for exceptional talent to join us on this journey. If you are ready to join an international company with talent around the world, and want to make a real impact, we want you on our team.

What You'll Do:

The Lab Technician in the Blend Test Services Department is responsible for all facets of testing from the set-up and take-down to reporting of results. The majority of the workday is spent in a laboratory setting working with new and used oils, solvents and other chemicals, along with equipment utilized to complete testing. This person is responsible for ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery of test results while using good housekeeping practices during daily operations.

What We're Looking For:

• Ability to follow detailed instructions for safe laboratory practices, waste handling, and quality tests.
• Practice hazard recognition in daily work activities. Seek to improve and promote the safety, housekeeping, environmental and efficiency in the work area.
• Deliver accurate and timely test results while consistently exhibiting the Lubrizol culture.
• Ensure all test protocols comply according to the test procedure; internal Lubrizol test methods and industry-recognized test methods (ASTM, etc.).
• Articulate and communicate with peers, chemists, managers, and Requesters/customers. Provide timely status updates. Work with Requesters on special testing requests, including an area chemist, when necessary and follow-up as appropriate based on questions or concerns.
• Must be able to identify, troubleshoot, and work closely with others to resolve issues or problems. Appropriately elevate the situation to chemist, and/or manager when necessary.
• Recognize validity of test data. Screen data to ensure accuracy prior to uploading results. Notify area chemist and manager regarding non-conformances and work to identify root causes of inconsistent test data.
• Enter and upload test data into Excel and/or Lubrizol internal software.
• Facilitate sample flow between work area and other areas in the department. Communicate issues to appropriate personnel.
• Recognize priority conflicts of testing; prioritize and communicate test schedules with manager.
• Strong ability to manage time. Strong ability to maintain organization.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills That Make a Difference:

• BA/BS in a Science related field, Chemistry preferred
  • Minimum two-year lab experience in industry setting
  • Experience with ASTM test methods, a plus
  • Experience with ISO 9001 and ISO 17025 laboratory accreditation, a plus
  • Familiarity with 5S, a plus

• Computer skills (MS Office). Position also requires use of various internal mainframe applications; Scheduler/Inventory, Measurements, Information Warehouse, and others

• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written)
• Industry test method and procedure reviews, and procedure update
• Ability to work independently (once training is complete)
• The ability to function in a team environment by working well with others

Behaviors

• To support our desired culture beliefs and create experiences to establish accountability: Operate Safely & Responsibly, Be Better Every Day, Drive to Win, Own It, Seek Diverse Perspectives, Act as One Lubrizol
• Ability to remain flexible and work with changing priorities as business demands dictate.
• Competencies for a Lab Technician include Accountability, Planning & Alignment, Results Driven, Communicate Effectively, Building Relationships, Reduces Complexity, Adaptability, Innovation, and Courage.

Working Conditions

• Laboratory environment that requires standing or sitting for extended periods of time
• Lifting sample cans and associated equipment not greater than 50 pounds.
• Requires use of appropriate Engineering Controls, PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and adherence to Lab Safety practices to ensure you are properly protected
• May utilize a variety of different chemicals to complete required testing.

Perks and Rewards That Inspire:

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
• 401K Match plus Age Weighted Defined Contribution
• Competitive medical, dental & vision offerings
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, Parental Leave
• Flexible work environment

Learn more at benefits.lubrizol.com !

Ready for your next career step? Apply today and let's shape the future together!

It’s an exciting time to be part of Lubrizol. Lubrizol is not staying put. We are continually learning and evolving. Our passion delivers our success — not only for Lubrizol but for those who count on us every day: our employees, customers, and communities.

As a diverse, global team, we work together to solve some of the world’s most pressing challenges. We impact everyday lives through science only Lubrizol can deliver, and we never stop pushing to do it better.

One of the founding principles of The Lubrizol Corporation more than 90 years ago was treating every employee with dignity and respect. That same commitment is only stronger today. More than that, we are committed to providing an environment where every employee can be the best they can be, no matter their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic.

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