Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY
The Lab Technician I will contribute to upkeep of lab equipment and materials. This position will
perform lab-based chemical tests. In this role, you will utilize experience or expertise to solve
problems, develop and execute objectives for self and others, and have the ability to effect short- term and some long-term business goals.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Conduct testing on raw material, in-process and finished materials using analytical instrumentation and wet chemistry methodology
• Maintain and make general repairs to quality equipment and instrumentation
• Assist the EHS team with waste manifest and other required documentation for waste shipments
• Lab scale polymerizations
• Perform routine and non-routine sample analysis
• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities and continuing needs
• Maintain the quality system as established by the Quality System Manual, audit the quality system for effectiveness
• Maintain a safe and clean workspace by following Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs and procedures and to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Maintain Forklift Certification
• Conduct chemical and physical laboratory testing and analysis as directed to assist production in making qualitative and quantitative analyses and report the results to the requestor as needed
• Assist with test method development and work instructions as needed
• Monitor product quality to ensure compliance to standards and specifications.
• Compile and interpret results of tests and analyses.
• Observe and record data in an accurate, precise and organized manner as required
• Assist in laboratory equipment calibration, verification and maintenance as needed
• Assist in certification initiatives
• Maintain and clean laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Conform to safe work practices and compliant to corporate safety program
• Provide and maintain a safe work environment by participating in safety programs, committees, or teams, and by conducting laboratory and plant safety audits.
• Handle hazardous materials in a safe and cautious manne
• If necessary, may perform duties not directly related to position and assist fellow workers

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma / GED
• 1-2 years of experience working in a similar capacity at a manufacturing or laboratory testing facility
• Ability to work overtime or weekends on short notice as needed
• Ability to apply basic mathematics skills
• Ability to analyze data and make decisions accordingly
• Properly interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
• Ability to work proactively and support other personnel and departments.
• Possess a professional attitude
• Ability to multitask and utilize the time available to organize and complete work within given deadlines
• Maintain good attendance habits
• Willingness to drive a forklift
• Ability to work a rotating shift schedule:
  • 5:30am -1:30pm, 1:30pm-9:30pm, and 9:30pm-5:30am (Shifts rotate every week)

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s degree in Chemistry or Environmental Health with laboratory experience
• Working knowledge of SAP
• Experience working with lab equipment such as Gas Chromatograph, HPLC, FTIR
• Knowledge of wet chemistry methodology
• Knowledge of waste management regulations and guidelines
• HAZMAT, RCRA and DOT training
• Ability to handle diverse activities simultaneously
• Knowledge of ISO standards, quality procedures and audit techniques
• Knowledge of Quality Control concepts and their application
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Self-starter, team player
• Strong math and computer skills

Pay Range: $25-$35 an hour

Additional Information

Physical Requirements
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Safety Boots, Safety Clothing, Safety Helmet,
Safety Goggle/Glasses, Respirator, Gloves)
Internal Applicants must apply through Veolia’s career site/ job posting site consideration.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.