Veolia | North America
Quality Laboratory Technician
Veolia | North America, Richmond, California, United States, 94875
Company Description
Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.
Position Purpose Responsible for performing routine tasks and simple analysis of wastewater samples utilizing prescribed procedures in accordance with company and regulatory guidelines. May perform specialized analysis under the direction of laboratory in support and relation with applied quality assurance and control procedures. Maintains the laboratory as directed for compliance with company hygiene plans. Assist with quality management program and method development.
Primary Duties/Responsibilities
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.
Maintain proficiency of troubleshooting and maintenance of analytical equipment and documents in accordance with quality assurance and control compliance.
Gather appropriate paperwork for management approvals and notify staff of any incomplete sections needing attention.
Compile and report analysis data including QA/QC data for review.
Perform periodic audits of analytical logs to ensure federal regulation compliance for completeness and error corrections.
Perform lab housekeeping and sample management duties to ensure a clean and safe work area.
Label lab waste containers and properly dispose of lab waste per guidelines.
Demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
Qualifications Education / Experience / Background
Associate’s degree with an emphasis in Chemistry required.
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related science discipline preferred.
Prior water/wastewater laboratory work experience of 1‑2 years required.
Experience with TNI Standards and quality management programs.
Two to five years of experience in a related position in a similar environment and demonstrated proficiency with quality management systems as they pertain to the TNI Standard.
Experience in at least one advanced area (metals/nutrients analysis) and able to function and produce at high levels with minimum supervision and able to do routine troubleshooting on instruments.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Proficient in all Lab Technician I essential duties and responsibilities, i.e. proficient with Standard Methods Examination of Wastewater and TNI Standards.
Ability to apply principles of logic or scientific thinking to a range of intellectual and practical problems.
Ability to deal with non-verbal symbolism (formulae, scientific equations, graphs, etc.) in more difficult phases.
Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.
Identify and bring to the attention of management result anomalies in a timely manner and troubleshoot common mistakes that a Lab Technician I may not recognize.
Recognize the importance of following procedures.
Strong team player.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Time management: ability to organize and manage multiple deadlines.
Strong quality assurance orientation.
Knowledge of computer programs, i.e. Google Sheets and Hach WIMS or equivalent.
Required Certification / Licenses / Training
Possession or ability to obtain at least a Grade I Laboratory Analyst Certification within 1 year of employment and continued education to achieve higher grades.
Additional Information Pay Range: $36.00 to $45.00 per hour.
Benefits: Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. Employees may also participate in an employer‑sponsored 401(k) plan. Pay and benefits for unionized employees are outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Manufacturing
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Position Purpose Responsible for performing routine tasks and simple analysis of wastewater samples utilizing prescribed procedures in accordance with company and regulatory guidelines. May perform specialized analysis under the direction of laboratory in support and relation with applied quality assurance and control procedures. Maintains the laboratory as directed for compliance with company hygiene plans. Assist with quality management program and method development.
Primary Duties/Responsibilities
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.
Maintain proficiency of troubleshooting and maintenance of analytical equipment and documents in accordance with quality assurance and control compliance.
Gather appropriate paperwork for management approvals and notify staff of any incomplete sections needing attention.
Compile and report analysis data including QA/QC data for review.
Perform periodic audits of analytical logs to ensure federal regulation compliance for completeness and error corrections.
Perform lab housekeeping and sample management duties to ensure a clean and safe work area.
Label lab waste containers and properly dispose of lab waste per guidelines.
Demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
Qualifications Education / Experience / Background
Associate’s degree with an emphasis in Chemistry required.
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related science discipline preferred.
Prior water/wastewater laboratory work experience of 1‑2 years required.
Experience with TNI Standards and quality management programs.
Two to five years of experience in a related position in a similar environment and demonstrated proficiency with quality management systems as they pertain to the TNI Standard.
Experience in at least one advanced area (metals/nutrients analysis) and able to function and produce at high levels with minimum supervision and able to do routine troubleshooting on instruments.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Proficient in all Lab Technician I essential duties and responsibilities, i.e. proficient with Standard Methods Examination of Wastewater and TNI Standards.
Ability to apply principles of logic or scientific thinking to a range of intellectual and practical problems.
Ability to deal with non-verbal symbolism (formulae, scientific equations, graphs, etc.) in more difficult phases.
Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.
Identify and bring to the attention of management result anomalies in a timely manner and troubleshoot common mistakes that a Lab Technician I may not recognize.
Recognize the importance of following procedures.
Strong team player.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Time management: ability to organize and manage multiple deadlines.
Strong quality assurance orientation.
Knowledge of computer programs, i.e. Google Sheets and Hach WIMS or equivalent.
Required Certification / Licenses / Training
Possession or ability to obtain at least a Grade I Laboratory Analyst Certification within 1 year of employment and continued education to achieve higher grades.
Additional Information Pay Range: $36.00 to $45.00 per hour.
Benefits: Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. Employees may also participate in an employer‑sponsored 401(k) plan. Pay and benefits for unionized employees are outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Manufacturing
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