Lab Analyst

Ecovyst Inc.; Baton Rouge, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full benefit package

401k matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Ecovyst, a leader in sulfur solutions, is seeking a Laboratory Technician for Ecoservices in Baton Rouge, LA. The role tests wastewater and hazardous waste per EPA/LA DEQ guidelines and operates on a 12-hour rotating day shift.

You will support plant personnel, develop methods, and ensure quality while following HS&E policies. New grads encouraged to apply; competitive pay and full benefits.

Join a team focused on reliability, innovation, and performance across sulfur products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in a science or technical field or equivalent.
• TWIC credential.
• Knowledge of ion chromatography, wet chemistry techniques, ICP, and wastewater analyses.
• 1+ years in chemical process industry with lab experience.
• New grads encouraged to apply.
• Ability to lift and carry testing equipment.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to multi-task in a matrix environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform QA duties, special projects, method development, and non-routine analytical tasks.
• Provide analytical support for plant personnel daily.
• Conduct analysis, synthesis, and experiments for product and process applications.
• Analyze finished products, in-process samples, raw materials and wastewater per SOPs.
• Troubleshoot and maintain laboratory instruments.
• Support process improvement and analytical safety initiatives.
• Complete daily safety and equipment inspections in Lab and Production Units.
• Conduct non-routine chemical and physical tests of solids, liquids, and gases.
• Perform tests inside and outside on plant process equipment.
• Complete safety inspections of laboratory and equipment.

Skills

Ion chromatography

Wet chemistry

ICP

Wastewater analyses

Analytical procedures

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Laboratory instruments

Education

Bachelor of Science in science or technical related field

TWIC

Job description

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SALARY FT NON-EXEMPT Baton Rouge, LA, US

Backed by an over 130-year history, Ecovysthas evolved into a platform of leading sulfur solutionsunited by a shared commitment to reliability, innovation, and performance. We have carefully cultivated our reputation as a premier provider of virgin sulfuric acid, sulfuric acid regeneration services, and sulfuric acid derivatives. We provide specialty grade high-purity virgin sulfuric acid for a number of diverse and growing end uses. Among them are mining, particularly copper for electronics applications, production of electric vehicles and the ongoing expansion of data centers across the globe, and industrial applications including our customers’ production of nylon precursors, production of lead acid batteries for all types of vehicles, industrial and municipal water treatment, and refining and petrochemical processes.

• Ecoservicesprovides sulfuric acid regeneration, produces virgin sulfuric acid, and offers chemical waste handling and treatment services
• Calabrian produces high-value sulfur dioxide and derivative solutions, enabling us to serve a broader set of essential industries
• Chem32 sulfides and activates catalysts for refining and renewable fuel processes

What we offer

• Competitive pay
• Full benefit package
• 401k matching
• Tuition Reimbursement

Position Overview

The Laboratory Technician for Ecoservices in Baton Rouge, LA is responsible for using analytical methods to provide prompt and accurate testing of wastewater and hazardous waste samples per EPA and LA DEQ regulatory protocol. This role works a 12-hour rotating day shift (EOWO) schedule.

What You Will Be Doing

• Perform duties associated with quality assurance, special projects, method development, and non-routine analytical and administrative assignments
• Provide analytical support for plant personnel on a day-to-day basis
• Conduct analysis, synthesis, and experimentation on substances for purposes as product and process application, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and improvement of analytical methodologies
• Responsible for analysis of finished products, in-process samples, raw materials and wastewater in compliance with SOP’s and HS&E policies and procedures
• Responsible for troubleshooting and maintenance of all laboratory instruments and equipment
• Provide support for process improvement, process safety and analytical initiatives
• Complete daily inspections of both safety and analytical equipment in the Laboratory and Production Units
• Conduct non routine chemical and physical laboratory tests of solid materials, liquids and gases
• Conduct tests both inside Laboratory and outside on plant process equipment.
• Complete safety inspections of laboratory and equipment as assigned by supervisor

Required Qualifications

• 1+ years in chemical process industry with a background emphasis in laboratory environment and analytical procedures
• *New Grads are encouraged to apply*
• Bachelor of Science in science or technical related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Transportation Worker’s Identification Credentials (TWIC)
• Knowledge of ion chromatography, wet chemistry techniques, ICP and wastewater analyses
• Ability related to lifting and carrying testing equipment to test locations within Production Unit
• Ability to communicate with all levels of plant personnel
• Ability to multi-task and manage work and assignments in a matrix-type environment
• Must have strong interpersonal skills to facilitate interactions with co-workers and plant personnel in a team-based environment
• Good written and oral presentation skills and leadership qualities