Environmental Lab Chemist I - Waste Analysis

Republic Services; Belleville (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Retirement plan with company match

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a Lab/Facility Chemist to perform chemical analyses of hazardous and non-hazardous waste, ensuring compliant treatment and disposal using EPA test methods and SOPs. The role supports method validation, data quality, and documentation in a safe laboratory setting.

The position emphasizes preparation, instrument operation, and collaboration with the Laboratory Manager to develop SOPs and improve processes, with a focus on accuracy and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Some knowledge of chemistry principles and practices including analysis and evaluation, and waste processing protocols.
• Knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint applications is essential.
• Knowledge and understanding of regulations such as RCRA, TSCA, and applicable state regulations (less than 1 year experience) could be inferred from the text.

Responsibilities

• Performs preparation techniques and instrumental analysis of environmental samples for determination of organic and inorganic constituents using EPA test methods and SOPs/WIs.
• Participates in the generation of SOPs and Work Instructions (WI) under supervision.
• Prepares samples for laboratory equipment.
• Maintains instrument sequencing, data processing, and basic instrument maintenance.
• Validates methods for testing organics and inorganics using various processes and instrumentation.
• Performs IDOC and annual DOC for methods the chemist conducts.

Skills

Chemistry principles

Data analysis

Waste processing

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Tools

EPA test methods

SOPs/WIs

Job description

Republic Services is seeking a Lab/Facility Chemist to perform chemical analyses of hazardous and non-hazardous waste, ensuring compliant treatment and disposal using EPA test methods and SOPs. The role supports method validation, data quality, and documentation in a safe laboratory setting.

The position emphasizes preparation, instrument operation, and collaboration with the Laboratory Manager to develop SOPs and improve processes, with a focus on accuracy and regulatory compliance.