Lab Chemist I

Clean-Harbors; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 30 days

401K with company match

Generous PTO and training support

Tuition reimbursement

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Clean Harbors in Cleveland, OH is seeking a Lab Chemist to perform sample preparation and analysis to determine chemical and physical properties, supporting the chemical disposal operation at the facility.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or physical science and 1–5 years of wet chemistry lab experience. You will calibrate equipment, perform chromatography/spectroscopy/titrations, and maintain QA/QC standards while communicating effectively with a diverse team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or physical science is required.
• 1-5 years' hands-on laboratory experience with wet chemistry testing methods.
• Ability to set up and conduct chemical experiments/tests such as chromatography, spectroscopy, and titrations preferred.
• Superior organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication; able to work with diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety is the top priority by following policies and working safely.
• Maintain a safe working environment compliant with OSHA and company protocols.
• Perform analyses of samples following prescribed procedures and solve minor problems.
• Calibrate and utilize instrumentation; maintain equipment and suggest solutions.
• Complete paperwork related to analyses neatly and timely; ensure QA/QC guidelines.
• Manage supplies in the area, including housekeeping and waste management.

Skills

Wet chemistry testing

Calibrates instrumentation

Safety & QA/QC compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or physical science

Job description

Clean Harbors located in Cleveland, OH is looking to add a Lab Chemist to our team. Our Lab Chemist is responsible for sample preparation, the analysis of samples to determine their chemical and physical properties. This position will support our chemical disposal operation in the Cleveland facility.

Shift: Day shift for training; then will switch to 2nd shift 3:30pm-12am Mon-Fri. OT and Saturdays as needed.
Pay Rate: $23/HR + $1.75 for the shift differential once on 2nd shift.

Why Work for Clean Harbors?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5.
• Competitive wages with opportunity for overtime.
• Comprehensive health benefits available after 30 days of employment.
• Group 401K with company matching component.
• Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement.
• Positive and safe work environments.
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career.

Responsibilities:

• Ensures Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and acting in a safe manner at all times.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe working environment that is in compliance with all applicable OSHA regulations as well as all applicable company Health and Safety and Compliance protocols.
• Performs analysis of samples following prescribed procedures, with the ability to solve minor problems.
• Calibrates and utilizes instrumentation.
• Maintenance of equipment, suggests solutions to problems.
• Completes all paperwork associated with the analyses in a neat and timely fashion.
• Ensures that all work meets applicable QA/QC guidelines.
• Responsibility for supply management in their area of responsibility, including proper housekeeping and best management practices.
• Responsible for proper management of waste generated as a result of analytical procedures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or physical science is required.
• 1-5 years' experience in hands-on laboratory experience with wet chemistry testing methods.
• Ability to set up and conduct chemical experiments/tests such as chromatography, spectroscopy, and titrations preferred.
• Superior organizational skills coupled with a strong attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills in writing and in verbal, will be interacting with people of various education and technical backgrounds.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail] or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.