Lab Chemist I

Our team in Los Angeles, CA is looking to add seasoned Lab Chemist I to their team! The Lab Tech is responsible for the routine and non-routine analysis of samples to determine their chemical and physical properties.

This position is based in a Laboratory within a Terminal setting.

Why work for Clean Harbors?


* Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!


* Competitive wages;


* Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment;


* Group 401K with company matching component;


* Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement;


* Positive and safe work environments;


* Great work life balance;


* Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities:


* Ensuring that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and acting in a safe manner at all times;


* Performs non-routine analysis of samples following prescribed procedures, with the ability to solve minor problems;


* Flexible schedule with the ability to work over Forty (40) hours.


* Calibrates and utilizes basic instrumentation, with the understanding of the underlying theories;


* Performing maintenance of equipment and suggests solutions to problems;


* Completes all paperwork associated with the analyses in a neat and timely fashion (ex., calibration logs, run logs, etc.);


* Ensures that all work meets applicable QA/QC guidelines;


* Proper management of waste generated as a result of analytical procedures;


* Maintaining a safe working environment that is in compliance with all applicable OSHA regulations as well as all applicable company Health and Safety and Compliance protocols;


* Works under the general direction of more senior members of the laboratory;


* Performs training and other aspects of Chemical Hygiene Plan as directed by Supervisor;


* Reviews all applicable laboratory SOPs, annually, and scores a satisfactory score on SOP quizzes;


* Adhere to all applicable CHES policies and CHES SOPs;


* Performs job functions in compliance with the company standard: Clean Compliance;


* Responsible for supply management in their area of responsibility, including proper housekeeping and best management practices;


* Performs analysis of samples following prescribed procedures;

QUALIFICATIONS

What does it take to work for Clean Harbors?


* 3+ years' experience in a laboratory setting preferred.


* Science Degree preferred but not required.


* Knowledge in local, state or federal laboratory testing credentials considered an asset.


* Ability and willingness to work early morning or afternoon schedule.


* Understanding of math, chemistry, and chemical testing is preferred.


* We are willing to provide training to ambitious candidates with some of the knowledge above.

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