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)