• Job Description

  Req#: CHEMI005097

  For over 80 years, Oil States has been a highly respected technology and solutions pioneer manufacturing diverse products for offshore platforms, subsea pipelines, defense, and general industrial applications worldwide.

  Oil States recognizes that our diverse workforce is our greatest asset. We offer a competitive compensation package, including paid time off as well as health insurance eligibility on the first day of employment. Paid time off includes vacation, holiday and sick time. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, long and short-term disability, and flexible spending accounts. When we contribute to the company’s success, we all win.

  In our organization, the Chemical Technician I as a critical and challenging role in helping achieve innovation and meeting our commitments.

  POSITION SUMMARY:

  Ensure materials and products meet in-house and customer quality and performance standards. Also, support manufacturing in areas of mixing, processing, and testing and perform research and development of new compounds.

  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Develop proper formulation and mixing procedures to ensure production of required products
  • Perform quality control and physical testing of processed material for conformance to customer specifications
  • Establish up-to-date material specifications on all raw materials and compounds
  • Maintain lab standards and testing procedures
  • Help review each order to ensure the correct formulation is on it.
  • Review each raw material receiving report to confirm the proper code is applied and it meets the appropriate specifications.
  • Interface with customers in developing compounds that have special requirements not been previously tested for.
  • Participate in monitoring properties of compounds using statistical methods to improve quality and reduce scrap.
  • Responsible for the disposition of all nonconforming stock.
  • Strict attention to detail and precise documentation
  • Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

  QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s degree with no minimum experience; an Associate’s degree with at least 2 years of experience in rubber manufacturing or related field;, or at least 4 years of experience in rubber manufacturing or related field. . Degree preferably in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering.
  • Knowledge of rubber testing equipment and standard measuring equipment is preferred
  • Knowledge of quality control requirements
  • Detail oriented and self-starter
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Good computer skills

  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Use of a computer and other office equipment (telephone, scanner, printer, etc.)
  • Moderate sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, reaching, stooping etc.
  • Lifting up to 30 pounds; over 30 pounds with assistance.
  • Occasional participation in testing or fabrication

  Be part of what’s next at Oil States!

  Over 80 years in business

  An Equal Opportunity Employer

  An E-Verify Employer

  Un empleador de E-Verify

  Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
  This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

• About the company

  Oil States Industries is a major global provider of integrated energy systems and solutions with a track record of proven results.

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