Lab Technician I

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

POSITION SUMMARY
The Lab Technician I will contribute to upkeep of lab equipment and materials. This position will
perform lab-based chemical tests. In this role, you will utilize experience or expertise to solve
problems, develop and execute objectives for self and others, and have the ability to effect short-
term and some long-term business goals.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Conduct testing on raw material, in-process and finished materials using analytical instrumentation and wet chemistry methodology
• Maintain and make general repairs to quality equipment and instrumentation
• Assist the EHS team with waste manifest and other required documentation for waste shipments
• Lab scale polymerizations
• Perform routine and non-routine sample analysis
• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities and continuing needs
• Maintain the quality system as established by the Quality System Manual, audit the quality system for effectiveness
• Maintain a safe and clean workspace by following Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs and procedures and to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Maintain Forklift Certification
• Conduct chemical and physical laboratory testing and analysis as directed to assist production in making qualitative and quantitative analyses and report the results to the requestor as needed
• Assist with test method development and work instructions as needed
• Monitor product quality to ensure compliance to standards and specifications.
• Compile and interpret results of tests and analyses.
• Observe and record data in an accurate, precise and organized manner as required
• Assist in laboratory equipment calibration, verification and maintenance as needed
• Assist in certification initiatives
• Maintain and clean laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Conform to safe work practices and compliant to corporate safety program
•  Provide and maintain a safe work environment by participating in safety programs, committees, or teams, and by conducting laboratory and plant safety audits.
• Handle hazardous materials in a safe and cautious manne
• If necessary, may perform duties not directly related to position and assist fellow workers

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma / GED
• 1-2 years of experience working in a similar capacity at a manufacturing or laboratory testing facility
• Ability to work overtime or weekends on short notice as needed
• Ability to apply basic mathematics skills
• Ability to analyze data and make decisions accordingly
• Properly interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
• Ability to work proactively and support other personnel and departments.
• Possess a professional attitude
• Ability to multitask and utilize the time available to organize and complete work within given deadlines
• Maintain good attendance habits
• Willingness to drive a forklift
• Ability to work a rotating shift schedule:
  •  5:30am -1:30pm, 1:30pm-9:30pm, and 9:30pm-5:30am (Shifts rotate every week)

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s degree in Chemistry or Environmental Health with laboratory experience
• Working knowledge of SAP
• Experience working with lab equipment such as Gas Chromatograph, HPLC, FTIR
•  Knowledge of wet chemistry methodology
•  Knowledge of waste management regulations and guidelines
•  HAZMAT, RCRA and DOT training
• Ability to handle diverse activities simultaneously
•  Knowledge of ISO standards, quality procedures and audit techniques
• Knowledge of Quality Control concepts and their application
•  Strong oral and written communication skills
•  Self-starter, team player
•  Strong math and computer skills

Pay Range: $25-$35 an hour

Physical Requirements
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Safety Boots, Safety Clothing, Safety Helmet,
Safety Goggle/Glasses, Respirator, Gloves)
Internal Applicants must apply through Veolia’s career site/ job posting site consideration.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.