Blend Technician

Entity:

Customers & Products

Job Family Group:

Research & Technology Group

Job Description:

To manage the operation of the blending laboratory in support of the development technologists.
The role holder will work under guidance of the Team Leader ​

• Manage and prioritise blending of oils and stability testing as requested by Product Development Technologists and Team Leader
• Manage storage of incoming raw materials including stock control, QC and MSDS
• Responsible for the implementation and management of laboratory operating procedures e.g. equipment calibration, raw material and oil sample storage, equipment maintenance, lab documentation management responsibilities
• Responsible for conducting blending within the laboratory
• Submission of samples for testing both externally and internally
• Co-ordinate training for new starters and visitors to include operation of laboratory equipment, blending and raw material management
• Arrange purchase of consumables and new laboratory equipment
• Work closely with the Team Leader and development technologists to ensure application of best laboratory practices, sample handling, lab standards and all HSE regulations.

Experience & Expertise (essential & desired)

Educational background
Degree or equivalent in Chemistry or related technical discipline
Experience & Expertise

• Laboratory work experience including managing of raw materials, accurate blending and servicing customers in a timely manner

• able to demonstrate a collaborative approach to working

• able to demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills

• basic knowledge of lubricant applications

• Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to be able to adjust the style of communication to suit different audience highly motivated self-starter

• Fluent in Chinese and English

Travel Requirement

No travel is expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:

This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills:

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