Laboratory Technician II

Enviri Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Enviri Corporation is seeking a Lab QC Technician to perform wet chemistry and PCB analyses on QC samples, ensuring compliance with the Waste Analysis Plan. You will maintain production logs, complete QC/QA documentation, and communicate results to management in a fast-paced facility.

Qualified candidates have 2+ years in a lab, 40-hour HazWOPER training, and proficiency with Windows software and GC/ICP-OES techniques. The role requires lifting up to 20 pounds and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Environmental Sciences preferred
• 2+ years of laboratory experience required
• 40-hour HazWOPER training required
• Experience with basic lab techniques and calculations

Responsibilities

• Perform wet chemistry tests on QC samples
• Perform PCB analysis on QC samples
• Maintain compliance with Waste Analysis Plan (WAP)
• Submit QC/QA documents to Operations
• File completed QC/QA documents electronically
• Review QC/QA results against Waste profile sheets
• Prepare samples for off-site testing
• Report off-specification materials to management
• Conduct toolbox talks and area inspections
• Communicate with Lab QC Supervisor to meet daily goals
• Report safety incidents promptly
• Follow Clean Earth safety policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Responsibilities may vary by site/location
• Must be able to use general office equipment and work in a busy environment
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally
• Ability to sit/stand/walk for long periods
• Wears PPE as needed and overtime as required

Skills

Windows-based software

GC/ICP-OES

Chemical compatibility

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Environmental Sciences

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

This position is responsible for performing lab tests on incoming/outgoing shipments and assists Supervisor with treatability studies. This position includes monitoring safety regulations and the use of equipment, initiating work orders for repairs of equipment and maintaining production logs and QC paperwork. Logging of test results in CORE waste management software.

Primary Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Perform wet chemistry test on inbound/outbound load QC samples.
• Perform PCB analysis on QC samples.
• Maintain compliance and comply with Waste Analysis Plan (WAP).
• Complete and submit QC/QA documents to Operations.
• File, electronically, the completed QC/QA document.
• Review QC/QA test results to Waste profile Sheet to determine if results match profile.
• Process (consolidate) waste samples into larger containers.
• Package Samples to ship off site for testing.
• Communicate off-specification materials to managers.
• Conduct toolbox talks and area inspections.
• Communicate with Lab QC Supervisor to accomplish daily goals.
• Promptly report any incidents, injuries or safety concerns to management.
• Adhere to and abide by Clean Earth safety and security policies and procedures (e.g.Cardinal Rules, Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), etc.).
• Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by management.
• Responsibilities may vary based on site level and/or location.
• Mustbe able to regularly access and use general office equipment including phones, computers, copiers, etc.
• Must be able to work in a busy, often distracting work environment that isgenerally climatecontrolled.
• Must be able tolift upto 20 pounds unassisted on an occasional basis.
• Must be able to sit forlong periodsof time.
• Mustbe able to stand or walk forlong periodsof time.
• Ability and willingness to wear company-issued personal protection equipment(PPE)as needed,including,but not limited to,safety glasses, hardhat, steel-toedboots, gloves, Tyvek coveralls, and respirator.
• Ability to workovertime hoursas neededbased on business needs.

Qualifications

• Education: (BA or BS degree required or preferred)
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or an Environmental Sciences field preferred
• Experience: (Required minimum of years of relevant experience.)
  • 2+ years of prior experience working in a laboratory
  • 3+ years of experience as a Lab QC Technician
  • 40-hour HAZWOPER training
  • Experience with basic lab techniques and calculations
• Skills: (The skills listed are the abilities and knowledge required to perform the job effectively.)
  • Proficiency with Windows-based programs
  • Knowledge of gas chromatography and/or ICP-OES
  • Strong knowledge of chemical compatibilities
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and written

Additional Information

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, commencing no later than January 1, 2027, benefits package will include participation in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.