Laboratory Supervisor at Marathon Petroleum

St Paul Park, Minnesota, United States

Marathon Petroleum Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Oil & Gas, Refining, PetrochemicalIndustries

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biology or Analytical Science preferred
  • Four (4) years or more relevant experience

Responsibilities

  • Ensures laboratory technicians across crews execute product testing and certification accurately, safely, and efficiently in accordance with regulatory testing requirements to meet the production plan
  • Oversees the testing and chemical analyses of intermediate and finished products, raw materials, waste materials and other substances. Interprets results and assists in the determination of results criticality and impacts to assure proper control of specifications, quality, and uniformity of products
  • Establishes and maintains a culture of safety and environmental excellence by modeling appropriate behaviors and ensuring all employees follow safe work and Laboratory best practices
  • Supports the site product quality program. Ensures established quality control practices are followed to make sure accurate and reliable analytical data is reported and recorded according to procedures
  • Communicates with Operations and Product Control teams to ensure proper work priorities and workloads. Responds to requests for expedited or special Laboratory results and communicates the results to the appropriate teams
  • Provides analytical and technical support to chemists, laboratory technicians, operations, product quality, and supports Laboratory technicians in the performance of their duties. Assists in the execution of more complex Laboratory tests as required as well as troubleshooting test result anomalies
  • Responsible for the daily operation of the Laboratory including troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance of Laboratory and facility equipment including HVAC. Maintains adequate supplies of Laboratory testing materials and determining if major repair work should be conducted
  • Conducts required meetings and sessions for training, safety, and new equipment operation orientation. Is responsible for maintaining technician training qualifications and scheduling
  • Manages the Laboratory LIMS platform

Skills

Laboratory Management
Product Testing
Chemical Analysis
Quality Control
Safety Protocols
Regulatory Compliance
Data Interpretation
Troubleshooting
Team Leadership

Marathon Petroleum

Refines and markets petroleum products

About Marathon Petroleum

Marathon Petroleum Corporation operates in the energy sector, focusing on refining and marketing petroleum products. They process crude oil into usable products like gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel at the largest refining system in the United States, located in Findlay, Ohio. Their extensive network includes branded retail locations across the country, primarily under the Marathon brand, serving individual consumers and businesses that need bulk fuel supplies. Additionally, they have a midstream subsidiary, MPLX LP, which gathers, processes, and transports crude oil and natural gas, facilitating the supply chain from raw materials to refineries. Marathon Petroleum's integrated business model allows them to control multiple stages of the supply chain, optimizing operations and reducing costs, which enhances profitability. The company's goal is to maintain strategic growth and operational excellence while serving a diverse range of clients efficiently.

Findlay, OhioHeadquarters
1887Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
EnergyIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation
401(k) Company Match
Parental Leave
Professional Development Budget
Performance Bonus

Risks

Volatility in crude oil prices can impact MPC's profitability.
Stricter environmental regulations may increase operational costs for MPC.
The rise of electric vehicles could reduce demand for MPC's gasoline products.

Differentiation

MPC operates the largest refining system in the United States.
The company has a strong integrated business model from refining to retail.
MPC's midstream operations through MPLX LP enhance its supply chain control.

Upsides

MPC's focus on operational excellence ensures competitive advantage and profitability.
Recognition for energy efficiency by the EPA highlights MPC's commitment to sustainability.
MPC's extensive retail network strengthens its market presence and customer reach.

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