Chemical Lab Manager
Jan Resources LLC
Job Description
Job Description
Chemical Lab Manager
Position Overview
The Laboratory Manager oversees daily lab operations, quality control, and technical support for production, frac, and water & solids treatment activities. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on workflow efficiency, analytical accuracy, safety compliance, and real-time decision support for field and plant operations, while supporting the Chemical Engineer and R&D initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Laboratory Operations & Quality Control
- Manage daily laboratory workflows and ensure accurate, timely testing
- Perform and supervise QC testing of raw materials, in-process blends, and finished products
- Conduct routine analyses (ICWA, ATP, TSS, TPH, FTIR, amine residuals, etc.)
- Maintain inventory of chemicals, reagents, and consumables
- Oversee calibration, maintenance, and vendor servicing for laboratory equipment
- Ensure proper documentation, data integrity, and adherence to regulatory and ISO laboratory standards
Technical & Field Support
- Provide analytical guidance and real-time quality decisions to production and operations teams
- Lead testing and optimization of produced-water treatment processes in oilfield operations, including evaluating chemical performance and delivering clear treatability results and operational KPIs
- Support troubleshooting of field performance issues and recommend adjustments based on data and lab results
- Support development testing under the direction of the Chemical Engineer and in coordination with R&D initiatives
- Assist with product trials, performance evaluations, and new chemical implementation
- Troubleshoot emulsions and support recommendations for demulsifiers and oil–water separation strategies
- Validate field performance through testing and analysis, providing data-driven recommendations
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering
- 5+ years of experience managing laboratory operations or quality control programs
- Experience supporting oil & gas chemical applications such as H₂S treatment, produced water treatment, frac chemicals, or related programs preferred
- Strong understanding of lab-to-field application and performance validation
- Experience working alongside field or operations teams in an oil & gas environment
Desired Attributes
- Ability to work collaboratively under the direction of a Chemical Engineer and support R&D efforts
- Knowledge of SOP procedures for laboratory operations and production-plant processes
- Hands-on technical leadership
- Strong documentation discipline and operational mindset
- Independent, solutions-oriented problem solver
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Location: Onsite in Odessa Texas (Monday - Friday)
Vacancy posted 8 days ago
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