ASSOCIATE TECHNICIAN - TECHNICIAN - Warehouse Technician; Fuel handling Technician at Southwest Research Institute

Who We Are:

We are the Fuels and Lubricants Division! We perform testing on different types of vehicles, from compact cars to tractor-trailers, off-road equipment, and internal combustion engines from lawn mowers to locomotives. By joining our team, you will receive an additional $500.00 in your first paycheck, minus applicable taxes.

Objectives of this Role:

• Through on-the-job training, you will have the opportunity to work with various types of databases and software for inventory control in a hands-on environment.
• Learn about the fuel and lubricant testing we provide.
• Manage fuel and lubricant products received from various clients for the purpose of testing on different test types throughout the division in a safe and productive manner.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Follow all written procedures and written and verbal instructions.
• Communicate with clients, coworkers, supervisors, and project leaders regarding products received.
• Receive, issue and track incoming specimens ranging in different bulk sizes (2oz - 55gallons) and enter in database.
• Stock and organize inventory products ranging from 2oz to 55gallons. Receive and count stock items before signing-off on receivables.
• Prepare samples for disposal by marking, removing containers from racks and putting them in proper disposal area; crush containers after disposal of contents; prepare lubricant samples for storage; use forklift and truck to move lubricants and fuel samples.
• Maintain and recognize adequate inventory levels; ability to communicate and provide information to clients, project leaders, and management regarding product levels, product receivables and product deliverables.
• Operate computer using particular software and databases (familiar with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word).

Requirements:

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent
• Shift work required.
• 0-2 years: Vocational or commercial warehouse experience.
• 0-1 years: Knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications i.e. Excel and MS Word
• Due to project needs, weekends, holidays, overtime, shift work as well as a need to work on scheduled days off with advanced notice may be requested.
• Exposure to solvents, fuels and lubricants; i.e. pentane, gasoline, solvent, diesel, jet fuel, acetone, heptane, ethanol.
• Must follow and adhere to safety requirements.
• A valid/clear driver's license is required.