Chemist

An exciting career awaits you At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment. The Chemist is a member of the Technical Services Department, reporting to the Laboratory Manager. The Chemist will be a leader and champion of quality data, good communications, safety, value addition, and continuous improvement within the Laboratory. Further, the Chemist must demonstrate servant leadership with regards to support of Technicians and Area Teams. Successful candidates must possess strong leadership, interpersonal, and organizational skills. RESPONSIBILITIES: Act as subject matter experts (SMEs) for test methods and instruments used in the Lab and ensure quality data are being generated. Develop and/or modify analytical techniques as needed. Mitigate and communicate method or instrument hazards to affected personnel. Provide support and feedback to Technicians for assigned equipment and methods. Maintain site-specific lab SOPs and lesson plans. Foster a culture of teamwork and trust within the lab via effective communication and by exemplifying St. Paul Park Refinery's safety and quality culture. Champion Technician training program, perform training, and/or assist with the development of training materials. Facilitate the inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of analytical equipment. Conduct calibration and PM activities for instruments and coordinate contractor support as needed. Monitor and investigate Statistical Quality Control data to ensure quality and regulatory compliance. Generate and close out Corrective Action Reports. Strive for continual improvement via audits, evaluations, and training. Implement systemic changes and new programs within the lab. Follow-up with periodic audits or checks to ensure knowledge retention. Conduct incident investigations and implement corrective actions as required. Participate in the Lab Improvement Team suggestion system. Support Proficiency Testing program and SQC Standard development as required. Recommend the purchase of capital budget items to replace outdated equipment, reliability “bad actors”, or to meet customer needs. Coordinate installation of new equipment ensuring completion of MOC/PSSR and required training prior to commissioning. Improve and support proper use of SampleManager LIMS, QC Plus, and the Product Certification (COA) system as well as upgrades of these systems. Strive for value addition, cost reductions, and efficiencies whenever possible. Support the refinery’s sample shipping program, including shipping hazardous materials. Serve as the lab representative in one or more Area Teams. Support process unit test runs as needed and manage “sample creep” by evaluating test/sample change requests. Shared participation in weekly Lab Duty on-call shifts with the salaried staff. May fill in for the Laboratory Supervisor or Laboratory Manager during vacation or other absences. May need to work extended hours, nights, or weekends to support business needs. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The successful candidate must possess a 4-year Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry, or an engineering-related field with a minimum of 16 hours of chemistry. A minimum of 2 years refining/chemical laboratory experience is required with instrument troubleshooting experience preferred. Valid driver's license is required. As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth. Location: St Paul Park, Minnesota Job Requisition ID: 00019901 Pay Min/Max: $90,700.00 - $156,400.00 Salary Grade: 10 - 11 Location Address: 301 Saint Paul Park Rd Additional locations: Education: Bachelors Employee Group: Full time Employee Subgroup: Regular Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at talentacquisition@marathonpetroleum.com. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at mympcbenefits.com. The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program. Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role. About Marathon Petroleum Corporation Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) is a leading, integrated, downstream energy company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio. The company operates the nation's largest refining system. MPC's marketing system includes branded locations across the United States, including Marathon brand retail outlets. MPC also owns the general partner and majority limited partner interest in MPLX LP, a midstream company that owns and operates gathering, processing, and fractionation assets, as well as crude oil and light product transportation and logistics infrastructure.

Salary : $90,700 - $156,400