Chemist II

Summary

Under the guidance of the Shift Supervisor and/or Laboratory Manager, analyze hazardous and nonhazardous waste samples in accordance with the facility's Waste Analysis Plan (WAP) and Feedstream Analysis Plan (FAP). Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

What You'll Be Contributing

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
• Observe all required safety rules including but not limited to those in the company Chemical Hygiene Plan.
• Use safety equipment including, but not limited to, air purifying respirators, safety goggles and glasses, protective clothing such as tyvek suits and rubber boots and gloves.
• Read and become familiar with the facility Waste Analysis Plan and Quality Manual.
• Sample solid and liquid fuel shipments as needed.
• Ensure a timely, thorough, cost-effective and accurate analysis of each sample following all Waste Analysis Plan requirements.
• Notify the immediate supervisor if any problems arise.
• Ensure the overall cleanliness of all laboratory areas with special attention to the position work area.
• Perform any duties as assigned by the Laboratory Manager, as needed, to ensure a timely, thorough, cost-effective and accurate analysis of laboratory samples.
• Monitor laboratory supply inventory and alert the appropriate purchasing personnel when levels become low.
• Initiate and/or complete chain-of-custody forms as necessary.
• Attend required training classes.
• Demonstrate an attitude of cooperation, concern and interest toward other employees and the company by performing, as needed, unassigned tasks for which there is time and ability.
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

To Succeed In This Position, You Will Need

• Ability to read, write, and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.
• Minimum of 2-year or Associate's degree required
• Minimum of 2 years of related experience required

What To Expect In a Cement Environment

• Work to be performed in a shop environment as well as outdoor exposure throughout the plant.
• Mild exposure to cement dust, heat, cold, and noise requires compliance with specified safety guidelines and procedures.
• Exposure to high elevations of up to 250 feet in height.
• Exposure to all weather conditions.
• Normal operation of mobile equipment may result in jarring and vibratory exposure.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability Pay
• Life Insurance
• Growth Opportunities and more!