Approvals Chemist

Veolia | North America; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off policies

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid volunteering

Employer sponsored 401(k) plan

Job summary

Veolia | North America is seeking an experienced professional to review and approve hazardous and non-hazardous materials for disposal in Port Arthur, Texas. The role includes ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Chemistry, possesses 5-6 years of relevant experience, and is proficient in Microsoft Suite. A comprehensive benefits package is provided, emphasizing a strong commitment to employee well-being.

Qualifications

• 5 to 6 years in the hazardous waste industry or related work experience.
• 1 to 2 years of supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Tracks individual profiles to ensure that approvals are completed in a reasonable amount of time to meet scheduled incineration.
• Assigns pricing codes to waste streams.
• Assigns parameters in laboratory testing of individual samples to verify material.
• Provide constructive input on existing and/or proposed policies, regulations, and other pertinent changes to expedite the approval process.
• Completes the approvals on a variety of materials.
• Assists in the technical training for facility.

Skills

Computer proficiency with Microsoft Suite

Strong team player

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Time management

Strong customer orientation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or related discipline

Tools

OSHA HAZWOPER Certification

Job description

Position Purpose

This is not a laboratory position.

Responsible for reviewing and approving hazardous and non-hazardous material for disposal in accordance with site capabilities, approved permits, and appropriate regulatory requirements. Determines acceptability or rejection of chemical components of materials utilizing analytical data, MSDS's, and facility information. Ensures that the approval process is in proper compliance with company and regulatory policies and procedures.

Primary Duties / Responsibilities

• Tracks individual profiles to ensure that approvals are completed in a reasonable amount of time to meet scheduled incineration.
• Assigns pricing codes to waste streams.
• Assigns parameters in laboratory testing of individual samples to verify material.
• Provide constructive input on existing and/or proposed policies, regulations, and other pertinent changes to expedite the approval process at the facility.
• Completes the approvals on a variety of materials.
• Assists in the technical training for facility.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or related discipline
• 5 to 6 years in the hazardous waste industry or related work experience
• 1 to 2 years of supervisory experience preferred.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Suite
• Strong team player
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Time management: the ability to organize and manage multiple deadlines
• Strong customer orientation

Required Certification / Licenses / Training

• OSHA HAZWOPER Certification

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. 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.

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.