Chemist - Watson (Finance)
Position Description
Field based quality control Chemist for the Watson Terminal laboratory in Long Beach, CA.
The Chemist is responsible for performing detailed analytical testing on hydrocarbon products such as gasoline, diesel military jet fuel and transmix products to ensure regulatory compliance. Testing must follow CARB, EPA and/or ASTM test methods.
Test various petroleum products in accordance with ASTM methodologies including but not limited to: ASTM D6377, ASTM D4052, ASTM D7536, ASTM D86, ASTM D7094, and ASTM D5972.
- Preventive maintenance, calibration and minor repair of all laboratory equipment as needed to test gasoline and diesel, certify military jet fuel.
- Maintain supporting documentation for all testing, calibration and maintenance programs.
- Communicate with delivering pipeline personnel to arrange off-site sample collection for analysis.
- Maintain laboratory integrity and apply proper housekeeping procedures.
- Perform calibration checks, preventative maintenance and minor repair of laboratory equipment.
- Coordinate oversight programs with third party laboratories and work with Quality Control Manager to manage monthly expenses
- Perform other duties as requested or assigned
Position Requirements
• Bachelor's Degree
• 3-5 years of prior experience in the petroleum or chemical industry; refinery experience a plus
• Third Party Laboratory Information System initiation, customization, and training experience a plus
• General chemistry knowledge and/or experience
• Satisfactory driving record as determined by the Company and maintain insurability by company carrier
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.
Compensation:
Pay range is $69,700 to $120,000 annually. This position includes a discretionary annual incentive plan. Job level and pay commensurate with experience and skill set.
Kinder Morgan, Inc. offers employees a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits offered for this position may include the following: health care benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; Flexible and Health Spending Accounts; Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance; Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance for employee and dependents; retirement benefits including a 401(k) with employer and employee contributions and a company-funded pension plan; paid time off; paid parental bonding leave; paid holidays; a flexible work schedule and many voluntary benefit plans.
Kinder Morgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local class.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
