Job Description
This job description for a
Lab Chemist at Clean Harbors highlights a technical role focused on analyzing samples using chromatography and spectroscopy techniques. Here’s a breakdown of some key aspects:
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 am – 4:00 pm.
- Pay Rate: $27.00 per hour.
Why Work for Clean Harbors?
Clean Harbors Offers Multiple Employee Benefits, Including
- Health and Safety Commitment: Emphasis on a safe work environment.
- Competitive Pay and Benefits: Competitive wages with a strong benefits package.
- Health Coverage: Comprehensive health benefits that begin after 30 days.
- Retirement Plan: Group 401(k) with a company match.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement throughout one's career.
- Paid Time Off: Includes company-paid training and tuition reimbursement.
- Positive Work Environment: Emphasis on safety and positivity at the workplace.
The role is a good fit for candidates with experience in chemical analysis, especially in techniques like chromatography and spectroscopy, looking for stability, benefits, and growth potential. Would you like additional information on this or assistance with a job posting?
Responsibilities
This
Lab Chemist role includes several critical responsibilities, particularly focusing on
safety, analysis, and equipment maintenance. Here’s a closer look at each responsibility:
- Health and Safety Compliance: Prioritize safety by adhering to all safety protocols and policies, ensuring compliance with safe work practices, and demonstrating safe behavior consistently.
- Sample Analysis: Conduct analyses on facility samples using GC (Gas Chromatography), GCMS (Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry), ICP (Inductively Coupled Plasma), and other lab instruments. This involves accurately interpreting chemical and physical properties of samples.
- Equipment Maintenance: Perform regular maintenance on lab equipment and troubleshoot any issues to ensure accurate and consistent operation.
- Waste Management: Handle and dispose of waste generated from analytical procedures according to proper protocols to ensure safety and environmental compliance.
- OSHA Compliance: Maintain a safe work environment by following OSHA regulations, which could involve both personal and facility-wide safety standards.
- Other Duties as Assigned: Be prepared to assist with additional tasks or responsibilities as designated by management, potentially involving cross-functional teamwork or support.
This position requires a strong technical skill set with experience in laboratory analysis tools, a commitment to safety, and the ability to adapt to various lab-related responsibilities. Would you like help with any further details, such as candidate requirements?
Lab Chemist Qualifications At Clean Harbors
This role requires the following qualifications:
- Educational Background: A Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or a related field is essential for understanding and performing complex analytical procedures.
- Experience: At least three years of experience in a Certificated Environmental Laboratory setting, ideally with exposure to chromatography, spectroscopy, and sample analysis techniques.
- Wastewater Treatment experience is preferable.
- Communication & Organization: Strong organizational skills to maintain records, manage samples, and report findings accurately, paired with effective communication for collaboration and reporting.
- Computer Skills: Proficiency with relevant computer applications, essential for data management, analysis, and documentation.
- Data Management: Ability to document, record, and analyze data systematically.
Why Join Clean Harbors?
Clean Harbors is a leading provider of
environmental, energy, and industrial services across North America, with a strong focus on sustainability and innovation. Employees tackle challenging problems with proven methodologies and innovative solutions, creating a meaningful impact on both the environment and industry standards. The company also emphasizes inclusivity, supporting military and veteran employment.
For those who meet the minimum qualifications and are interested in contributing to a cleaner and safer environment,
apply at Clean Harbors Careers.
