What are the responsibilities and job description for the Refinery Lab Trainee position at Valero?
Performs testing of process/product material streams with a high degree of precision and conformance to standardized methodologies.
- Understands the economic benefit of how precise and accurate analytical data ensures the integrity of processed material in meeting customer specifications.
- Works effectively and cooperatively with Operations and Oil Movements to optimize the production and transfer of material.
- Complies with all corporate safety policies, departmental policies and procedures.
- Applies basic math skills (adding and subtracting, fractions, decimals, percentages).
- Comprehends standardized testing methodologies, such as ASTM, UOP, IP and EPA.
- Executes job instructions and step/ action operating procedures as defined by Laboratory Supervision in a safety conscious manner.
- Applies critical thinking skills to interpret deviations from statistical trends and form logical conclusions to formulate a resolution.
- Communicates with fellow employees and industry contacts both orally and in writing, in a professional, legible and accurate manner.
- Demonstrates the ability to operate electronic-based applications, such as data acquisition and information management systems.
- Supports the Statistical Quality Control initiative to improve analytical precision and accuracy of standard operating procedures.
This position is a 12- hour rotating work schedule with Call-Out and vacation relief duties.
This position is hourly nonexempt status, which means you are eligible for overtime pay.
High school diploma or GED is required.
- Refinery, Chemical Process Operator, mechanical, or industrial experience preferred.
- Bachelor's (or higher) degree in Biology, Chemistry or Physical Science is preferred.
- Three years of experience working in a similar capacity at a chemical processing, refining or chemical inspection/testing facility, preferred.
Position level and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Valero's employees are the heart of its success, and there is a reason why the company is an employer of choice in the fuels manufacturing and marketing industry. It’s not just the excellent benefits package, or the opportunities for personal growth, it’s also the caring and committed culture of the organization that makes everyone feel like they’re truly part of a team. For more information, visit Valero.com.
Valero is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
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