Chem Tech I

• Participate in safety related activities and maintain an up-to-date understanding of company, industry and government safety procedures and regulations.
• Perform industry and Afton specific laboratory tasks using established procedures. Assist in development and modification of tests as needed. Develop plan for testing and/or additive blending.
• Preparation of components, additive packages & lubricant formulations for internal / external testing and supply to customers in line with project objectives and timings. Arranging internal testing and in collaboration with group Technical Admin / Test Coordinator arrange external testing & dispatch.
• Set up, run & monitor storage stability / compatibility studies on both additives and oil formulations. Observe and interpret results, reporting findings to appropriate parties via verbal, written, electronic and photographic communications.
• Operate laboratory equipment in accordance with established procedures. Perform tests accurately to ensure reproducibility. Assume responsibilities for the maintenance and troubleshooting of the laboratory equipment and/or instrumentation necessary to perform the laboratory tasks.
• Complete preliminary analysis and interpretation of test results. Prepare reports, memos, presentations, etc., and/or enter into database(s), to communicate results to appropriate parties. Handle requests and report results in agreed upon timelines. Dependent on experience and level.
• Manage selected parts R&D projects from initiation to completion in a timely fashion. Dependent on experience and level.
• Purchase, maintain, and/or obtain adequate inventory of samples and lab supplies for testing and working area. Maintain work area in a neat, clean, and safe condition by implementing 5S principles.
• Maintain adequate level of specific as well as general technical expertise through training, seminars, etc., at the direction of management to support required activity.
• May perform non-standardized laboratory procedures independently and/or with guidance of experienced personnel.
• May represent Afton with customers, industry organizations at the direction of management and may train other personnel as necessary.
• Assure that complete ISO documentation is maintained on all ISO or quality related activities. Participate in ISO related activities and maintain an up-to-date understanding of the ISO function.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE MINIMUMS:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Demonstrated lab and/or chemistry training, experience or aptitude

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

• Associate or Bachelor Degree

SKILLS/ABILITIES: General

• Decision Making - Decision making in a timely manner based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment; sometimes with incomplete information, under tight deadlines and pressure; while based upon appropriate risk and authority
• Analysis and Problem Solving - Solves difficult problems with effective solutions; asks good questions and questions all likely sources for answers; can solve complex problems and recognize complex patterns; utilizing all appropriate tools to reach a robust answer.
• Communication - The ability to communicate information clearly and effectively in an engaging and convincing manner.
• Managing Performance - Possessing the drive and focusing on achieving challenging goals.
• Collaboration and Networking - The ability to work in and across Afton's organizational matrix to achieve business objectives through engaging and rewarding interactions. Build a strong network to provide support and exert influence. Influencing without authority.
• Project Management - The ability to manage tasks and activities and achieve their completion within the agreed framework, across regional and organizational boundaries
• Innovation - The openness to new ideas and the ability to generate breakthrough solutions. Can develop, seek out, critically assess and implement new and value adding concepts.
• Test Development and Execution of Testing - Develop and/or apply physical, chemical and mechanical testing to appropriately demonstrate and/or understand the mechanisms for our products performance and to improve the efficiency of product development.
• Basic computer literacy (i.e. Microsoft Office, Word, Excel).
• Demonstrates understanding and application of safe lab practices and procedures.

Role Specific - Blending or Synthesis

• Additive & Formulation Chemistry - Understand the chemical nature of generic and Afton specific component technology and how they drive performance in our areas of application. Understand component interaction in formulations that impact physical, chemical and performance needs over product use and shelf life.