Chemist I

Job description

Position Purpose

Responsible for performing a variety of routine analyses and screening of organic and inorganic substances to determine make up of hazardous waste and appropriate stabilization according to quality assurance and control procedures. Maintains the laboratory and equipment in compliance with regulatory and site specifications.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities

Performs a variety of fingerprint screens, and other wet and organic chemistry methodologies to determine the nature of hazardous substance. Samples incoming bulk loads to establish the nature of contents and determines packaging and appropriate disposal of samples according to prescribed procedures. Assists facility personnel with approval paperwork to ascertain accuracy and enhance efficiency and effectiveness in the disposal of hazardous waste materials.

Maintenance of analytical equipment and documents in accordance with quality assurance and control compliance. Gather appropriate paperwork for management approvals and notifies staff of any incomplete sections needing attention. Assists in compiling and reporting of analysis date including QA/QC data for review by staff. Perform periodic audits of analytical logs to ensure regulatory compliance for completeness and accuracy.

Perform other laboratory analysis as requested. Comply with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies in the disposal of hazardous waste materials. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Experience/Background

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or related discipline required 1 to 3 years experience in the hazardous waste industry or related work experience preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Strong team player Strong customer service orientation Typing speed minimum of 30wpm. Good knowledge of computer programs.

Required Certification/Licenses/Training

24-Hour HAZWOPER Training