Safety-Kleen Systems, in Metairie, LA, is hiring for a Laboratory Chemist to join their safety conscious team! This team member is responsible for conducting qualitive chemical analyses and experience in laboratories for quality control. This role involves working with various chemical substances, instruments, and techniques to support production, ensure compliance and drive innovation, in adherence to all health and safety policies and procedures.
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; 6AM-2:30PM; Occasional Saturday as needed.
Hourly Wage Range: $22/HR + based on experience
Why work for Safety-Kleen?
- Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5
- Competitive wages, and weekly overtime available
- 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
- Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
- Performs basic analysis of samples, following all health & safety, operational and compliance standards.
- Completes all paperwork (digital & physical) and communication that is associated with the analyses, in a prompt, clear and accurate manner (ex: calibration logs, run logs, etc.).
- Calibrates, maintains and operates various types of analytical equipment in compliance with chemical hygiene plan.
- Responsible for proper management of the waste generated from the chemical processes of analysis.
- Reviews all applicable laboratory standard operating procedures (SOPs), annually, and achieves a satisfactory score on SOP quizzes;
- Responsibility for maintaining a clean and organized work environment while communicating inventory needs.
What does it take to work for Safety-Kleen?
- Must be willing and able to work at both the St. Rose, LA and Metairie, LA facilities on a rotating weekly schedule. Locations are approximately 10 miles apart.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or another related science field required;
- Ability to review, verify, and maintain accurate records in electronic databases and tracking systems.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) with the ability to accurately maintain laboratory records, analyze data, and prepare reports.
- Strong problem solving skills;
- Good organization skills, decisiveness and initiative;
- Ability to work in a team environment;
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations;
- Solid understanding of math, chemistry and chemical testing;
- Experience in a laboratory setting;
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs;
Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.
Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.
Clean Harbors and its subsidiaries are a Military & Veteran friendly company.
Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.
Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
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