Lab Pack Chemist (Field-Based – Entry Level)

Resource Options, Inc.; Clinton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Resource Options, Inc. seeks a Lab Pack Chemist to support field operations by handling, identifying, and packaging chemicals on-site at client locations. Travel is required as part of a team, with transportation provided.

The role involves packing hazardous and non-hazardous materials and ensuring compliance with safety guidelines. The ideal candidate has a chemistry-related degree and up to 3 years in lab packing or environmental services, with strong safety awareness and willingness to travel

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field preferred.
• 0–3+ years of experience in lab packing, hazardous waste, or environmental services (entry-level candidates encouraged).
• Strong understanding of chemical safety and hazard classifications.
• Willingness to travel to multiple job sites.
• Ability to work in physically demanding environments (lifting, standing, PPE use).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site lab packing, segregation, and proper packaging of hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
• Identify, categorize, and label chemicals in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
• Assist with inventory and documentation of chemical materials at client sites.
• Ensure compliance with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Department of Transportation (DOT), and OSHA standards.
• Work collaboratively with field teams to complete projects safely and efficiently.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE at all times.
• Support loading/unloading activities as needed.

Skills

Lab safety knowledge

Attention to detail

Willingness to travel

Physical stamina

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field

Job description

Role Summary

We are seeking a Lab Pack Chemist to support field operations through on-site chemical handling, identification, and packaging. This role involves traveling to various client locations to assist with lab packing projects. Travel is conducted as part of a team, with transportation provided—no independent driving required.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform on-site lab packing, segregation, and proper packaging of hazardous and non-hazardous materials
• Identify, categorize, and label chemicals in accordance with regulatory guidelines
• Assist with inventory and documentation of chemical materials at client sites
• Ensure compliance with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Department of Transportation (DOT), and OSHA standards
• Work collaboratively with field teams to complete projects safely and efficiently
• Follow all safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE at all times
• Support loading/unloading activities as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field preferred
• 0–3+ years of experience in lab packing, hazardous waste, or environmental services (entry-level candidates encouraged)
• Strong understanding of chemical safety and hazard classifications
• Willingness to travel to multiple job sites
• Ability to work in physically demanding environments (lifting, standing, PPE use)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Pay Range

$20.00 – $22.00 per hour

Now in our 4th decade, Resource Options, Inc. (“ROI”) partners with Design, Construction, Environmental, and Real Estate professionals to help them identify great opportunities within their area of expertise. With offices throughout New England, New York and New Jersey, ROI seeks candidates interested in rewarding careers with companies serving the natural and built environments.

Representative positions include carpenters, electricians, laborers, pipefitters, plumbers, OSHA 40 technicians, CDL drivers, lab pack chemists, HEO’s, w/ww operators, analytical chemists, environmental scientists, safety professionals, land surveyors, M/E/P engineers, civil, structural and geotechnical engineers, architects and interior designers, project managers, estimators, superintendents, OPM representatives, property managers, facility maintenance technicians and more.

If you value an honest day’s work and take pride in what you do, we want to work with you.

Come join our team!

ROI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

ROI intends to provide a safe and drug-free work environment for our employees and our clients; as such you may be required to take a pre-employment drug screen before beginning employment.

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