Westlake · 8 hours ago
Laboratory Analyst - VCM
Plaquemine, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expWestlake is seeking a Laboratory Analyst to provide analytical support to the Plaquemine Operating Units. The role involves conducting tests on various materials, ensuring compliance with safety policies, and maintaining laboratory efficiency.
ChemicalManufacturingMedical
Responsibilities
Demonstration of a strong safety mindset through personal behavior and commitment to environmental, health & safety policies
Comply with Laboratory Safety Policy and site HSP’s
Participation in the PACE safety culture
Writes permits and work orders in accordance with company environmental, health and safety and operational procedures
Reports injuries, incidents and hazards to supervision as soon as reasonably possible
Conducts tasks and operational duties with appropriate PPE as assigned
Reviews JHA for appropriate PPE needed for routine and non-routine duties
Actively participates in unit safety training and monthly safety modules
Membership on the Emergency Response Team
Analyze raw material, in-process materials, environmental samples and finished products related to sites operational units using Laboratory standard operating procedures and specifications
Review all results and then report them accordingly to the proper operating unit
Input of data into LIMS/SAP
Assist with preventive maintenance of instrumentation
Assist with troubleshooting of instrumentation
Assist with laboratory housekeeping and 5S to maintain clean working environment
Perform assigned duties needed to keep the lab functioning efficiently
Carry out other activities/tasks as needed/assigned by management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in chemistry or science/technical field strongly preferred, with a minimum of 12 hours in chemistry course work (applicable experience can be substituted for chemistry course work)
Minimum of two years previous laboratory experience required (clinical/research acceptable)
Basic laboratory skills such as quantitative and qualitative testing, ability to interpret results
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Advanced computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office Suite, LIMS, SAP and statistical software
Basic troubleshooting skills with the ability to escalate problems
Experience with regulatory certifications/accreditations such as ISO 9001, cGMPS, FCC, and ASTM
This position also requires a high degree of organizational skills to be able to meet deadlines
This position requires the ability to work a 12-hour rotating day shift schedule with holidays and weekends. Occasional overtime, nights and callouts will be required
Preferred
Experience gas or liquid chromatography, ICP and/or discrete liquid analysis a plus
Company
Westlake
Westlake is a manufacturer and supplier of petrochemicals, polymers and building products. It is a sub-organization of Westlake Chemical Partners.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.2B2025-11-04Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2017-01-07Post Ipo Equity
2004-08-11IPO
Leadership Team
Albert Chao
Chief Executive Officer
Jean-Marc Gilson
President and CEO
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