Lab Chemist II: Analysis, Calibration and QA

Clean Harbors, Inc.; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Safety-Kleen Systems, a Clean Harbors company, is seeking a Field Technician/Chemist to perform sample analyses, calibrate instrumentation, and maintain equipment in a busy lab environment.

You will ensure QA/QC guidelines, manage supplies, and handle waste generated by analytical procedures while following OSHA regulations and company safety protocols. The role includes training junior staff and periodic SOP reviews.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years laboratory experience.
• OSHA 24 or 40 hour training with annual updates.
• DOT training required.
• Strong math, chemistry knowledge and QA/QC understanding.
• Ability to work in a team and good communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis of samples following procedures and solve minor problems.
• Calibrate and utilize instrumentation.
• Maintain equipment and suggest solutions.
• Complete paperwork (logs, calibration/run logs) in a neat and timely fashion.
• Ensure QA/QC guidelines are met.
• Responsible for supply management in their area.
• Proper waste management from analytical procedures.
• Maintain a safe working environment per OSHA regulations and company safety protocols.
• Train less senior members of the lab; participate in Chemical Hygiene Plan.
• Review SOPs annually and score satisfactory on quizzes.
• General housekeeping and best management practices for the area.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Chemistry knowledge

Problem solving

Team player

Computer skills

Organizational skills

Safety awareness

Education

High School or equivalent + specialized training or 1 year college

Tools

Instrumentation

Job description

Safety-Kleen Systems, a Clean Harbors company, is seeking a Field Technician/Chemist to perform sample analyses, calibrate instrumentation, and maintain equipment in a busy lab environment.

You will ensure QA/QC guidelines, manage supplies, and handle waste generated by analytical procedures while following OSHA regulations and company safety protocols. The role includes training junior staff and periodic SOP reviews.