Chemist

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive chemical analysis of water, petroleum, gasoline, solvents and other compounds to identify elements or determine quantities contained by the use of standard tests and procedures.
• Ensures the laboratory's operations adhere to the elements of good lab practice and applicable standards of quality control and quality assurance.
• Records and analyzes the results obtained, assembles and summarizes data, issues Certificate of Analysis (COAs) to external and internal customers.
• Recommends procedures to eliminate, solve or correct unfavorable conditions found as a result of analysis.
• Conducts troubleshooting and develops corrective actions to mitigate unfavorable conditions found as a result of analysis and is knowledgeable on instruments in the lab and able to maintain equipment functionality.
• Verifies questionable tests by ensuring proper procedure was applied, checking the equipment and chemical solutions used, and recommending corrections as needed.
• Keeps abreast of the latest developments and changes in testing methods, equipment and techniques used in the chemical field.
• Becomes acquainted with the latest type of machines handling electronic type analysis, operates such machines and trains others in their operation and takes care of the maintenance and outlines special techniques to be used for their operation.
• Writes and reviews Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); Develops training technicians and ensures compliance with MPC Lab Training Standards.
• Acts as a liaison between the laboratory and other stakeholders in the company.
• Other Responsibilities
• Ensures proper method setup and adequate management systems for the analysis of water, petroleum, solvents, and other process related streams per standard reference or MPC developed methods
• Compiles and summarizes data in report form for management and/or customers' use.
• Recommends procedures to eliminate, address, or improve upon the quality of results of analysis.
• Maintains proficiency with test methods to conduct verification that tests conducted by technicians/testers are accurate.
• Conducts self-audits to ensure adherence to MPC and regulatory standards.
• Implements and tracks to completion corrective action recommendations stemming from audits and investigations
• Selects and ensures adequate inventory of SQC materials and calibration solutions, consistent with test method requirements
• May guide the activities of less experienced chemists, when assigned to special projects and train them accordingly
• Keeps informed of the latest developments and changes in testing methods, equipment, and techniques used in the industry
• Maintenance management systems: Oversees and/or conducts instrument maintenance and calibration and maintains inventory of spare parts and service contracts.
• Develops lab technicians/Testers toward continuous improvement in troubleshooting and resolving instrument issues
• May fill in for Laboratory Foreman or Laboratory Supervisor during vacation, other absences, or temporary assignment.
• Supports laboratory testing and other duties to ensure they are performed safely per company standards.
• Monitors and investigates Statistical Quality Control data to ensure quality and regulatory compliance.
• Administers Interlaboratory Cross Check Programs and investigates outlier deficiencies as determined by the program statistics
• Interfaces with the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and develops skills around the administration and maintenance of LIMS infrastructure
• Develops lab procedures and assumes SME responsibility for various global lab SOPs used across sites
• Adheres to the Management of Change requirements for control labs
• Supports compliant with DOT regulations as required for sample shipments where applicable
• Serves as the lab representative for site area teams and works in a collaborative manner to solve problems
• Train other lab personnel on laboratory test methods.
• Maintain data logbooks, calibratio

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Additional Information

An exciting career awaits you At MPC, we're committed to being a great place to work - one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment. Chemist Job Summary The Marathon Los Angeles Refinery located in Carson, California is seeking an experienced Chemist to conduct comprehensive chemical analysis of water, petroleum, gasoline, solvents and other compounds to identify elements or determine quantities contained by the use of standard tests and procedures. The available schedules for the position are 9/80, 5/40 or 4/1, after hours calls are required. Core business are 8 AM - 5 PM.

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