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Company | Holcim US |
Address | , Holly Hill, 29059, Sc |
Employment type | FULL_TIME |
Salary | |
Expires | 2023-07-11 |
Posted at | 1 year ago |
The Chemist, will conduct the technical evaluation of all samples that the company uses in its co-processing operation to perform laboratory analyses and procedures to establish the acceptability of materials for use as a fuel or raw material. The work requires the ability to maintain strict adherence to laboratory protocols where procedural errors or omissions can be adverse to short-range and long-range company operations.
Geocycle is a leading provider of by-product co-processing services in North America, with co-processing locations throughout the United States. As an affiliate of LafargeHolcim, the leading cement and construction materials manufacturer in the world, Geocycle provides customers with innovative services to manage by-products, primarily by recovering energy or mineral content during the cement manufacturing process.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for determining and communicating PPE requirements to operating personnel as recommended by compound model.
- Perform duties in a safety conscience manner in the workplace and promote safety with other site employees.
- Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas.
- Assist in other work areas of the facility when necessary to meet site emergencies or production priorities.
- Complies with state and federal regulations, as well as the site’s WAP, SAMM and established QA/QC procedures.
- Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas.
- Train other lab personnel and oversee workflow as required.
- Conducts laboratory equipment troubleshooting, maintenance and calibration to ensure optimal analytical conditions.
- Sample waste loads according to procedure, as necessary.
- Evaluates technical laboratory equipment, instruments, and hardware/software needs and advises what upgrades or enhancements are appropriate.
- Practice and promote safety in such a way as including but not limited to; assessing risks before starting tasks, only performing authorized activities, utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). (hourly plant positions only)
- Conducts laboratory procedures on waste and raw material samples to determine chemical and physical properties and their acceptability for processing.
- Must wear all levels of PPE as required.
- Interprets the results of chemical and procedural analyses of sample compounds to establish their chemical and physical properties.
- Participates in technical training of company personnel in evaluation techniques.
RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHER JOBS
- Will interact with customers, vendors and other business groups with the organization
- Regular interaction with site employees and management
- Communication with other Geocycle operations team
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Required Education: Bachelor degree/Undergraduate degree highly preferred
Field of Study Preferred: Science or Technical, preferably in Chemistry or Biology
Required Work Experience: Recent grad or related production or research laboratory experience
Required Training/Certifications: Will be required: Regulatory, governmental and safety training such as RCRA and MSHA. Participate in approved workshops and classes that will improve skills and assist in staying current in the technical aspects of the work responsibilities. Participate in internal workshops for individual and work team development.
Required Computer and Software Skills: Above average computer skills and the ability to complete reporting requirements.
Travel Requirements: less than 10%
Additional Requirements:
- Able to instruct other laboratory personnel in clinical procedures and methods of analysis and results interpretations.
- Must be able to work cooperatively in a professional team-oriented environment.
- Knowledge of permit and waste stream acceptability.
- Able to determine appropriate laboratory procedures, select a sampling technique, perform the necessary analytical analyses, and reach a conclusion with recommendations.
- Knowledge of complex laboratory equipment, instruments, and hardware/software applications used in compound evaluation.
- XRF experience is preferred
- Working knowledge of ASTM methods and testing requirements is preferred
- Knowledge of technical and toxicological compound analysis techniques.
- Must be able to pass annual health physical provided by the company.
- Knowledge of co-processing and waste management operations and accompanying permitting and regulatory requirements.
- Radiation Safety experience is preferred
- Command of all oral and written communication skills necessary to translate technical laboratory processes and procedures to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to perform complex laboratory procedures to analyze samples.
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