Senior Chemist

Are you looking for an opportunity that is more than a job?  Plant your roots and grow with Clean Earth.  Here at Clean Earth, you will have the opportunity for a career in the growing field of environmental sustainability. Clean Earth provides waste solutions to retailers, pharmacies, hospitals, government operations, harbors, manufacturers, and consumers. Clean Earth ensures a cleaner, greener planet for generations to come.  You could be part of the solution! 

Why join Clean Earth? 

In addition to competitive pay, we also offer: 

• Health benefits available Day 1 
• 401k available Day 1 
• 10+ paid holidays/year 
• Free HAZWOPER training and certification 
• Overtime opportunities 
• Ability to be cross-trained into different roles 

Clean Earth is a leading provider of environmental services with over 60 facilities throughout the U.S. We are a division of Harsco Corporation, a global powerhouse with over 11,000 employees. And we were recently named as one of America's Most Loved Workplaces 2022 by Newsweek! 

The Senior Chemist is responsible for the overall administration of the QC laboratory to include: Training of lab personnel, monitoring of QA/QC programs in effect, maintenance of laboratory records, scheduling and prioritizing sample testing duties, and generating reports. The Senior Chemist will be responsible for completing analysis of the waste stream samples per SOPs and waste analysis plan, inventory control for lab reagents, maintenance of the samples/instruments, data entry, analytical equipment usage, associated filing and administrative activities within the laboratory.

Primary Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

· Follow permit requirements to collect and test compounds and samples, using applied methods techniques.

· Properly log all quantities, volumes and analytical results into waste management software

· Perform QA/QC analytical screening parameters as dictated by permit. Follow all approved Laboratory SOPs

· Ensure compliance with environmental health and safety standards including the proper handling, storage, and disposal of chemical agents.

· Maintain all laboratory equipment and proper inventory

· Operate the laboratory in a safe, efficient, and compliant manner

· Monitor and change carbon filters

· Perform air quality samples

· Use of company-provided personal protective equipment is required

· Performs other reasonably related tasks as assigned by management

· Associate degree in a science related discipline

· Ability to work in team and fast passed environment

· Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically, both verbally and in writing

· Periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

· Ability to stand for prolonged periods while conducting lab tests

· Ability to lift 25 pounds periodically

· Ability to complete 40-hour HAZWOPER training with 8-hour refresher courses

Preferred Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or Environmental Science

· 1+ years Bench experience in analytical chemistry

· Knowledge OSHA Regulations

· 2+ years experience in Hazardous Waste Industry

· Working knowledge of BTU’s, Water content, and Flash point tests

Clean Earth offers competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans starting on the first day of employment; paid time off, wellness benefits, employee discount program, tuition assistance, and a 401k with company matching.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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