Laboratory Technician

Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Family Group:

Production and Manufacturing Downstream

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

September 30, 2025

Business unit:

Downstream and Renewables

Experience Level:

Early Careers

Job Description:

Do you like helping people? Do you like to make people smile? Are you passionate about putting people in a better place? Then you may have what it takes to join our amazing team.

What’s the role

The Laboratory Technician at Shell Polymers Monaca is a key contributor to product quality assurance, responsible for conducting accurate and timely testing of polyethylene products. This role ensures that all materials meet internal specifications and industry standards by operating and maintaining cutting edge laboratory equipment, following established procedures, and documenting results with precision. Working under the guidance of the Laboratory Supervisor, the technician supports 24x7 production operations, contributes to continuous improvement efforts, and upholds safety and quality protocols to help deliver consistent, high-quality products to our customers.

What you’ll be doing

Support Activities - Enabling collaboration, learning, and compliance within the lab and broader organization

• Participate in training programs and demonstrate continuous learning of laboratory techniques and quality systems

• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and other departments e.g. Operations to support production and quality objectives

• Assist in internal and external audits by providing documentation and demonstrating compliance with quality systems

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance laboratory efficiency and accuracy

• Monitor process data and apply technical knowledge to proactively avert product quality issues

Technical Support - Responsibilities focused on technical accuracy, data integrity, and quality assurance

• Perform routine and non-routine testing of polyethylene products to ensure compliance with product specifications and quality standards

• Accurately document and report test results in accordance with laboratory procedures and data integrity requirements

• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment to ensure reliable performance

• Follow established analytical methods, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and safety protocols

• Participate in statistical quality control (SQC) monitoring and report any deviations or trends

• Support the troubleshooting of product quality issues by providing timely and accurate analytical data

• Assist in the preparation and standardization of reagents and reference materials

• Adhere to ISO 9001 and site-specific quality management system requirements

• Participate in causal investigations if necessary

Operations - Day-to-day tasks that ensure the lab runs smoothly and supports production needs

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment in compliance with HSSE policies

• Ensure accurate and timely completion of assigned testing to meet production and shipping schedules

• Provides input to increase safety, efficiency, and accuracy of Laboratory operations

What we need from you

• Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than the current employer

• Must have High School Diploma, or associate degree in a scientific or technical field; a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline is preferred

• Experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment is preferred, ideally within the chemical, polymer, or related industry

• Hands-on experience with laboratory testing methods, instrumentation, and data documentation

• Familiarity with quality systems such as ISO 9001 and statistical quality control (SQC) practices

• Experience working in a safety-conscious environment with adherence to HSSE protocols

• Exposure to Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and basic computer proficiency for data entry and reporting

• Demonstrated ability to work in a 24x7 operational setting, including effective communication across shifts and departments

• Understanding of regulatory requirements (HazCom, MSDS, emissions, DOT, etc.)

• We're looking for 16 Laboratory Technicians

The base salary range for this position is $70000 – $106000 per year. Individual pay will be based on various factors, such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skill level, seniority, and internal equity. 

For regular full-time or regular part-time employees of the Company (participating companies as listed in the Summary Plan Description), insurance coverage options include medical, dental, vision coverage, life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs. Employees also participate in a company pension plan and a 401(k) plan. Paid leave includes up to 6 weeks of paid vacation time, up to 11 paid holidays, and parental leave offering 16 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents, and 8 weeks of paid leave for non-birthing parents.

Additionally, employees are eligible for short-term disability leave for up to 26 weeks at 100% or 50% of base pay as well as Long-Term Disability insurance. Shell also offers other compensation such financial reimbursement for adoption, wellness, education, and personal learning expenses, and some roles are eligible for discretionary long-term incentives.  For interns, eligible benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs; participation in a 401(k) plan; and paid leave for up to 11 paid holidays.  Additional information on Shell’s US benefit programs can be found at https://www.shell.us/careers/about-careers-at-shell/rewards-and-benefits.html.

You bring your skills and experience to Shell and in return you work with talented, committed people on one of the most important challenges facing our planet. You’ll have the opportunity to develop the skills you need to grow in an environment where we value honesty, integrity, and respect for one another. You’ll be able to balance your priorities as you become the best version of yourself.

• Progress as a person as we work on the energy transition together

• Continuously grow the transferable skills you need to get ahead

• Work at the forefront of technology, trends, and practices

• Collaborate with experienced colleagues with unique expertise

• Achieve your balance in a values-led culture that encourages you to be the best version of yourself

• Benefit from flexible working hours, and the possibility of remote/mobile working

• Perform at your best with a competitive starting salary and annual performance related salary increase – our pay and benefits packages are considered to be among the best in the world.

• Take advantage of paid parental leave, including for non-birthing parents

• Join an organization working to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the world. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, and life experiences to apply

• Grow as you progress through diverse career opportunities in national and international teams

• Gain access to a wide range of training and development programs

We'd like you to know that Shell has a bold goal: to become one of the world’s most diverse and inclusive companies. You can get to know more about how we're working towards that goal, click here.

Shell in The United States

Shell has been in the US for more than 100 years, leading the sector in energy, petrochemicals and refined products.  Today, we provide millions of Americans with the energy needed to heat and cool their homes and power the economy. 

We operate in all 50 states, from our Deep-Water platforms in the Gulf of America to the Pennsylvania Chemicals complex and our miles of pipelines throughout the US.

We reach our customers through our 13,000 branded retail stations, and we are number 1 in gasoline sales. We also own the #1 brand of motor oil in the U.S. – Pennzoil® – made from natural gas.

We are excited to play a key role in the move to net carbon emissions while providing the oil and gas needed by society for many decades to come.

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