UOP, a Honeywell company headquartered in Des Plaines, Illinois, is a leading international licensor of processing technology and supplier of engineering services, catalysts and adsorbents, equipment, specialty materials and digital solutions for the global refining, gas processing and petrochemical industries. With more than a century of leadership in hydrocarbon processing technologies, UOP has led six revolutions in technology that transformed our industry. For more information visitUOP Home (honeywell.com).

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ABOUT THE ROLE

An excellent career opportunity is currently available for anSenior Lab Technicianwithin Honeywell UOP's R&D Materials Characterization group located inMcCook, IL. This position provides a unique opportunity to analyze samples from across R&D, Pilot Plants, and commercial refineries around the world.

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in our research and development efforts, with a specific focus on gas chromatography, elemental/ICP, wet chemistry, and organic analysis testing.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing on materials and process streams from R&D laboratory and pilot plants and manufacturing following internal procedures and industry guidelines.
• Responsible for setting up instruments, analyzing samples, conducting data quality checks and entering results into laboratory information system (LIMS).
• Maintain laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Communicate with customers on analysis progress and results.
• Participate in method development and equipment troubleshooting activities.
• Position will include working some later shifts (eg 10am-6pm or 11am - 7pm), weekends and holidays.

The annual base salary range for this position is $63,000 - $78,800. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL

In addition to a performance-driven salary, cutting-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. For more information visit:Homepage | Honeywell Benefits

The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

MUST HAVE

• Degree in Chemistry or related scientific discipline, or 5+ years of experience in laboratory or chemical field

WE VALUE

• Degree in Chemistry or related discipline (Biochemistry, Biology, etc).
• Experience with laboratory analyses using gas chromatography (GC), elemental (ICP, XRF), wet chemistry, organic physical properties (distillations, density, flashpoint, cloud point) testing techniques, viscosity, etc.
• Scientific writing and presentation skills
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent problem solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of ASTM or UOP methods and UOP materials and processes
• Knowledge of and adherence to laboratory safety protocols.

Additional Information

• JOB ID: HRD257525
• Category: Engineering
• Location: 8400 Joliet Rd,McCook,Illinois,60525-1517,United States
• Nonexempt

Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.