Laboratory Technician II
Company Description
About Veolia North America
A subsidiary of Veolia Group, Veolia North America (VNA) 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. VNA helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Mass., Veolia North America has approximately 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent. Please visit our website www.veolianorthamerica.com
Job Description
BENEFITS
Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.
Position Purpose:
Responsible for performing routine tasks and simple analysis of hazardous waste samples utilizing prescribed procedures in accordance with company and regulatory guidelines. May perform specialized analysis under the direction of a chemist in support and relation with applied quality assurance and control procedures. Maintains the laboratory as directed for compliance with company hygiene plans.
Primary Duties/responsibilities:
- Proficient in all Lab Technician I essential duties and responsibilities.
- Sample a variety of incoming waste materials and determine proper analytical methods required for compliance in accordance with established guidelines and training.
- 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. Compiles and reports analysis data including QA/QC data for review.
- Perform periodic audits of analytical logs to ensure federal regulation compliance for completeness and error corrections.
- Experienced in at least one advanced area, (metals/PCB analysis) and able to function and produce at high levels with minimum supervision and able to do routine troubleshooting on those instruments.
- Be able to 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.
- Must be able to recognize the importance of following procedures.
- Perform lab housekeeping and sample management duties to ensure a clean and safe work area. Labels lab waste containers and properly disposes of lab waste per guidelines.
- Other duties as assigned.
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 laboratory work experience of 1-2 years required
- Must have experience with metals analysis (ICP-OES) and Gas Chromatography (GC) use
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
- Strong team player
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Time management: the ability to organize and manage multiple deadlines
- Strong customer orientation
- Knowledge of computer programs
- Minimum typing speed of 30wpm
Additional Information
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.
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At Veolia North America, we are excited to announce an opening for a Laboratory Technician II at our facility located at 500 E Reynolds Rd, Arkadelphia, AR. As a part of our dedicated team, you will play a key role in performing routine tasks and analyzing hazardous waste samples in accordance with company and regulatory guidelines. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include sampling a range of incoming waste materials, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring compliance with quality assurance and control protocols. If you’re someone who has an analytical mindset and is comfortable with troubleshooting, especially with metals and PCB analysis, this role offers the perfect opportunity for you to shine. We believe in providing our employees with an engaging and supportive workplace, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, and vision insurance, alongside an employer-sponsored 401(k) plan. Your skills as a strong communicator and a proactive team player will be invaluable as you'll collaborate with our chemists and other laboratory staff. This position not only allows you to advance your career in the laboratory field but also contributes to environmental sustainability across North America. Join us at Veolia North America and make a difference while developing your career as a Laboratory Technician II!
Veolia group is the global leader in optimized resource management. With nearly 169,000 employees worldwide, the Group designs and provides water, waste and energy management solutions which contribute to the sustainable development of communities...
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