Lab Tech (Waste Facility) Job at Veolia North America in Cincinnati

Overview

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Company: Veolia North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia is a large environmental company providing water, waste, and energy management services with more than 10,000 employees across 350 locations in North America.

Job Description

Position Purpose: Performs a variety of chemical, biological, and physical tests required for research, development or quality control. Compiles data for reports. Responsible for performing routine tasks and analyses on samples in accordance with company and regulatory requirements. Maintains the laboratory as directed for compliance with company hygiene plans. Assists in special studies in the laboratory and possibly in the field.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities

• Conduct all login procedures, both manual and electronic, of samples delivered to the laboratory, ensuring proper labeling and paperwork.
• Sub-sample a variety of materials, process and product samples and follow proper analytical methods required for compliance in accordance with established guidelines and training.
• Record and compute results from test data and maintain quality control records and charts as assigned.
• Ensure proper written and electronic documentation of all test results including QA/QC and audits sample documents prior to approval and completeness of summarizing data. Notifies appropriate supervision or staff member of completed analysis.
• Prepare reagent/chemical solutions, standards and other laboratory solutions as directed by supervisor or lead technician per guidance and training.
• Assist in maintaining an inventory of chemical stores. Collects and logs all Safety Data Sheet (SDS) documents for chemical stores.
• Maintain and distribute current Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for applicable methods. Inform Project Manager immediately of any personnel, equipment, instrument and material problems and SOP or methodology deviations. Respond to and document any necessary corrective action.
• Perform periodic audits of analytical logs and data to ensure regulatory compliance for completeness and accuracy.
• Set up equipment and instrumentation required for tests, research, or process control. Clean and make minor repairs on laboratory apparatus and equipment and ensure a high standard of housekeeping, quality control and safety.
• May also label lab waste containers and properly dispose of lab waste per established guidelines.
• May assist in other areas or with special projects directed.

Work Environment

• Spends 100% of the time in a lab or operations environment.
• Typically spends 10 - 20% of time exposed to outdoor and sometimes inclement weather.
• Possible work hazards: may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, noise, rotating machinery, high pressure, hot and cold temperatures, slippery surfaces, water and electrical hazards.

Qualifications

Education/Experience/Background

• Zero to two years of experience in a related position in a similar environment with ability to use laboratory apparatus and equipment to perform accurate, repeatable work and to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Exposure to computerized lab equipment and related systems preferred.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedures manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.
• Ability to adhere to Company policies and procedures and to quickly develop proficiency in the care and use of all site-specific PPE, including respirators, gas detectors, confined space equipment, etc.
• Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Required Certification/Licenses/Training

• Employee Orientation, Departmental Operating Procedures, Safety, OSHA and Quality Training.
• Learns to perform more complex tests and analysis. Applicable technical training as required.
• May perform more advanced functions as part of training and development.

Physical Requirements

• Amount of time spent - Standing 50-75%, Sitting 25%, Walking 25%.
• Requires close visual and hearing observation.
• Constantly uses hands to finger, handle or feel and frequently reaches with hands and arms.
• Occasional stooping, bending or kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, balancing and entering confined spaces.
• Close, distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus are special requirements.

Benefits and Equal Opportunity

Benefits: Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. Employees may participate in an employer-sponsored 401(k) plan. Salary and benefits for represented employees are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement. Veolia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Salary, compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of posting date and may be modified at any time subject to applicable law.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Research, Analyst, and Information Technology