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Job Description

Are you inspired by “what’s next”? So are we.

When you join the Ketjen team, you contribute to a better tomorrow. You will play a role in powering many of the world’s largest and most critical industries, from energy and communications to transportation and electronics. We are putting innovation to work to improve people’s lives and we want YOU to be a part of it.

Ketjen Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Albemarle Corporation, is seeking a FST Lab Technician. The position will be based out of the Pasadena, TX site.
 

FST Lab technician working in the Testing Operations department of R&T will carry out routine catalyst testing protocols for customer service and R&D customers.  This technician will work in an environment that demands independent drive and responsibility, flexibility, and consistent attention to detail.

The FST lab technician is a vital part of the testing operations group. This position operates as a team to test bench scale R&D FCC catalyst and FCC refinery Equilibrium Catalyst using Gas Chromatography, Carbon Analysis, and Fluidized Bed simulation testing equipment. Applicant should be responsible and resourceful, as well as possess solid communication and data management skills. FST units are technical and complex, so applicants should have strong mechanical aptitude and problem solving skills as well.

Responsibilities:

Demonstrate teamwork and communication skills within R&D and BARQ departmentsProactively identify, and resolve or escalate issues in safety, data quality, or execution of methods to appropriate leadership in a timely fashionLearn and master procedures quickly, and execute according to the SOP to guarantee consistency in dataEnsure assigned work is scheduled effectively according to communicated priorities to maximize efficiencyRoutinely maintain instruments proactively as scheduled to ensure minimal downtime and maximize confidence in unit stabilityMaintain exemplary housekeeping of the lab to and ensure work is carried out safelyAdhere to all safety, legal, and corporate policiesTeamwork and effective communication under pressureAbility to deliver results safely, with high quality, and within an environment of consistent workloadConfidence to communicate appropriately issues and abnormal results to supervisors or managementStrong interest in continuous learning to broaden and deepen skill set, contributions and roles within the Testing Operations Group

Requirements:

Education:  Associates (or higher) in ChemistryExperience:  12 months minimum laboratory experienceExperience: Familiar with testing and evaluation of FCC catalyst

Benefits of Joining Albemarle

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

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We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together.