Chemist I

Chemist I

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related science discipline preferred
• 1 to 3 years prior laboratory work experience in environmental or hazardous waste industry preferred
• Typically 1-3 years experience in Lab Tech III role
• 24-Hour HAZWOPER Training
• Computer proficiency
• Strong team player
• Organization skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Time management: the ability to organize and manage multiple deadlines
• Strong customer orientation
• Analytical Thinker

Responsibilities

• Under the Lab Supervisor, coordinate analysis of incoming hazardous waste materials, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, permits, and safety protocols.
• Assist and oversee the logging of all incoming lab samples through manual and electronic systems while verifying proper labels and documentation.
• Assists facility personnel with paperwork approval to ascertain accuracy and enhance efficiency and effectiveness in the disposal of hazardous waste materials.
• Conduct sample analysis on incoming waste per methods and procedures established by training and knowledge of waste analysis plans. Conducts and oversees QA/QC sample analysis, method development, calibrations, and lab studies.
• Ensure proper written and electronic documentation of all test results including QA/QC and audits sample documents prior to approval. Gather appropriate paperwork for management approvals and notify staff of any incomplete sections needing attention.
• Assists in the compiling and reporting of analysis data and reports including QA/QC data for review by staff.
• Ability to review and make decisions for inbound container rejection/acceptance to keep the facility in compliance with all permits and regulations.
• Authorization shall be obtained under direction of Laboratory Supervisor for waste streams, process samples, sales samples, and production waste streams. This authorization is a mandatory requirement and must be documented per company standards.
• Full Signature authority for site generated waste.
• Ability to identify and recognize discrepancies on incoming waste and assist the Discrepancy Chemist with the resolution as well as reviewing and suggesting comments to clarify and prevent discrepancies when appropriate.
• Assist in the manifesting and documentation of lab waste leaving the facility. Ensuring waste leaves in a timely manner following all site and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and assist in the preparation of reagents, solutions, standards and other laboratory solutions as directed by supervisor per guidance and training.
• Maintenance and troubleshooting of analytical equipment, as well as working with outside technical support, coordinating onsite service of analytical equipment and documents in accordance with quality assurance and control compliance.
• Perform periodic audits of analytical logs to ensure federal regulation compliance for completeness and error corrections.
• Ability to complete analyst training and direct trainers on proper training of analysts, and document said training within Veolia’s QA/QC program.
• Periodic review of analytical procedures and analysts to ensure compliance. Document supplemental training of analysts as needed.
• Comply with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies in the disposal of hazardous waste materials.
• Perform other laboratory analysis as requested.
• Other duties as assigned by Technical Department

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related science discipline preferred
• 1 to 3 years prior laboratory work experience in environmental or hazardous waste industry preferred
• Typically 1-3 years experience in Lab Tech III role