Lab Chemist

Clean Earth

Lab Chemist

Birmingham, AL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    In this position you’ll be responsible for completing analysis of the waste stream samples per SOPs and waste analysis plan, inventory control for lab reagents, maintenance of the samples/instruments, data entry, analytical equipment usage, associated filing and administrative activities within the laboratory

    Primary Responsibilities:

    • Follow permit requirements to collect and test compounds and samples, using applied methods techniques.
    • Enter quantities, volumes and analytical results into waste management software
    • Perform QA/QC analytical screening parameters as dictated by permit. Follow all approved Laboratory SOPs
    • Ensure compliance with environmental health and safety standards including the proper handling, storage, and disposal of chemical agents.
    • Operating and maintain laboratory equipment
    • Performs other reasonably related tasks as assigned by management.
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    Basic Qualifications:

    • Bachelor degree in chemistry or biology
    • Ability to work in team and fast paced environment
    • Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically, both verbally and in writing
    • Periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
    • Ability to stand for prolonged periods while conducting lab tests
    • Ability to lift 50 pounds throughout the workday
    • Ability to complete 40-hour OSHA training with 8-hour refresher courses

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • 1+ years Bench experience in analytical chemistry
    • Knowledge OSHA Regulations
    • 2+ years experience in Hazardous Waste Industry

    Additional Information

    Clean Earth offers competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans starting on the first day of employment; paid time off, wellness benefits, employee discount program, tuition assistance, and a 401k with company matching.

    We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

    If you have a difficulty applying for any job posted on Clean Earth’s website because a disability prevents you from using the online system, Clean Earth offers the following alternate application procedure: Call toll free (833) 209-2659 and leave your name, phone number, city and state of residence. Clean Earth will arrange for an alternate method of applying and will consider your application together with all other applications received for the job. This line is dedicated to disability applications only. No other inquiries will receive a response

    Military veterans encouraged to apply.