Westlake · 1 day ago
Laboratory Analyst - PVC
Plaquemine, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expWestlake is a company that provides analytical support to the Plaquemine Operating Units. The Laboratory Analyst will conduct analyses of raw materials and products to ensure quality, while also adhering to safety protocols and participating in safety training.
ChemicalManufacturingMedical
Responsibilities
Demonstrates strong safety culture through personal behavior and commitment to environmental, health & safety
Participates in the PACE culture of safety
Writes permits and work orders in accordance with company environmental, health and safety and operational procedures
Reports injuries, incidents and hazards to unit 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
Analyze raw material, products, intermediate and by-products of the Operating Unit using Laboratory standard operating procedures to ensure product quality
Perform assigned duties needed to keep the lab functioning efficiently
Report and review all results of analyses before they are sent to the Operating Unit
Comply with Laboratory Safety Policy and site HSP’s
Assist with preventive maintenance of instrumentation
Assist with troubleshooting of instrumentation
Be an active member of the Emergency Response Group
Perform all duties in a Safe and Environmental sound manner
Carry out other activities/tasks as needed by management
Assist with laboratory housekeeping and 5S to maintain clean working environment
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Science 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
Basic laboratory skills such as quantitative and qualitative testing, ability to interpret results
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; good computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office Suite
Basic troubleshooting skills with the ability to escalate problems
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 shift schedule; nights, days and holidays, and occasional overtime
Preferred
Experience in gas chromatography a plus
Experience with LIMS, SAP, ISO 9001, and other statistical software desired
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
Recent News
2026-01-06
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