Laboratory Operator

at  Infineum

Date: 2 Jul 2024
Location: Abingdon, GB, OX13 6BB
Company: Infineum
Role Title: Laboratory Operator
Role Function and Group: Technology Services
Location: Milton Hill
We exist to create a sustainable future through innovative chemistry.
We are a specialty chemicals company with powerful research and development capabilities around innovative chemistry which has a vital role to play in sustainability. We provide products needed on the journey towards the electrification of mobility, while helping to make the internal combustion engine as clean as it can be. We also use our capabilities to generate sustainability advantages to countless new markets around the world.
As a world leading formulator, manufacturer and marketer of petroleum additives for fuels and lubricants, Infineum additives are in 1 in 3 vehicles worldwide, and are designed to improve fuel efficiency, reduce emissions and enable cleaner transportations. With production facilities worldwide and regional business and technology centers in the UK, US, Singapore and China, there has never been a better time to start a career at Infineum.
Infineum’s successes are built on the exceptional talents of our bright and highly skilled colleagues.
Infineum brings together motivated individuals from different backgrounds, cultures, and thinking styles providing remarkably different talents, perspectives, life and career experiences. We recognise that a diverse talent base creates an environment rich with innovation.

POSITION SUMMARY

A vacancy has arisen for a Lab Operator to join the Blending Centre of Excellence, Technology Services Team. The principal activity of this team is to provide laboratory support to the lubricant technology groups at Milton Hill. The role involves preparation of formulations, scheduling tests, dispatching samples and general lab activities. This role will also offer some support to the broader Technology Services areas.
This role will be reporting to the Lab Group Leader.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Proactively contribute to the high safety standard of the group.
• Preparation and blending of formulations following predefined systems and procedures in line with deadlines and priorities.
• Keep impeccable records of results in notebook and technology systems.
• Run or schedule analytical tests to evaluate performance and reporting of data/observations.
• Shipment of samples to specified destinations.
• Interact and communicate effectively with internal contacts as required to conduct laboratory work.
• Carry out activities in a way that meets technical and quality standards with minimal supervision.
• Ad-hoc work activities within the wider Technology Services group.
• Support training of new starters and colleagues in Technology groups.
• Support activities to allow effective lab operations.

WHAT WILL YOU GAIN FROM THIS ROLE?

• Understanding of the lubricant additives industry.
• Develop knowledge in performance testing, lubrication science and analytical testing.
• Opportunity to interact across technology groups and build communication skills.