Senior Laboratory Technician

Veolia North America, LLC; Tomball (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

401(k) Plan

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Veolia North America, LLC in Texas seeks a Senior Laboratory Technician to perform analytical tests, calibrate instruments, and support lab operations under QMS and EHS guidelines.

The role requires an Associate's degree in Chemistry or related field and 3+ years of analytical lab experience; a BS degree is preferred. Experience with LabWare LIMS and strong documentation skills are highly desired.

Qualifications

• Requires an associate degree or equivalent in Chemistry or related field.
• 3+ years analytical laboratory experience with state-of-the-art analytical instrumentation.
• Strong documentation and data recording capabilities.
• Ability to calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment and follow SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory testing or provide support per SOPs.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
• Manage inventory for required operating materials.
• Ensure adherence to QMS requirements, EH&S policies, and quality objectives.
• Lead or support tasks under supervision of technical leaders.

Skills

Analytical lab experience

Documentation

Team collaboration

Safety & compliance

Instrument operation

Education

Associate's degree in Chemistry or related field

B.S./B.A. in Chemistry or related field

Tools

LabWare LIMS

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Tech Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Job Description

The Senior Laboratory Technician performs tests, experiments, and analyses in a laboratory setting or provides support for laboratory activities. Skilled in multiple laboratory techniques or testing areas.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory testing or laboratory support per Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's)
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory instrumentation and equipment
• Manage inventory for required operating materials
• Ensure strict adherence to all Quality Management System (QMS) requirements
• Ensure strict adherence to all Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Management System requirements
• Effectively manage all assigned tasks to ensure completion by established due dates
• Provide support for other laboratory areas and complete additional tasks as assigned
• Works under the direction of technical leaders

Qualifications

Key Characteristics

• Excellent record-keeping and documentation
• Strong mathematical and scientific understanding
• Strong attention to detail
• Technical aptitude for operating scientific testing equipment

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledgeable in laboratory safety, chemical handling, scientific concepts, and analytical testing equipment
• Proficiency in multiple laboratory techniques and testing areas
• Demonstrated expertise in productivity software including Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Skills in implementing process improvements
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well within a team environment
• Ability to thrive in a high-volume laboratory testing environment

Preferred

• Developing skills in two or more of the following areas: spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, spectrophotometry, microscopy, electrochemistry, filtrations, extractions, gravimetry, metallography, or chromatography

Required Education & Experience

• Associate's degree or equivalent in Chemistry or related scientific field
• 3+ years analytical laboratory experience using state-of-art analytical instrumentation or techniques

Preferred Education & Experience

• B.S. or B.A. degree in Chemistry or related scientific field
• 5+ years analytical laboratory experience using state-of-art analytical instrumentation or techniques
• Experience using a LabWare or similar LIMS
• Experience working in an ISO 9001 (or similar) certified organization

Additional Information

Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect. You'll have opportunities for comprehensive leadership development, career advancement, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on sustainability and environmental protection while leading a talented team.

At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We offer challenging and meaningful careers. Because our people are our greatest assets, we also offer competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

We also offer

• Opportunity for advancement. A place to build a career!
• Training in valuable skills
• Opportunity for new challenges. We’re growing!
• Strong leadership team!
• As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and considers all applications equally, without discrimination.

****Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; the employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g., H-1B visa) for this opportunity****

Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of the company, and no fee will be due.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.