Laboratory Technician

Job Description
BENEFITS
Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate 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.
POSITION PURPOSE:
Performs a variety of chemical, biological, and physical tests required for research, development or quality control. Compiles data for reports. Responsible for performing routine tasks and analyses on samples in accordance with company and regulatory requirements. May perform specialized analysis under the direction of a Chemist to support applied quality assurance and control procedures. Maintains the laboratory as directed for compliance with company hygiene plans. Assists in special studies in the laboratory and possibly in the field.
PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
Conduct all login procedures, both manual and electronic, of samples delivered to the laboratory, ensuring proper labeling and paperwork.
Sub-sample a variety of materials, process and product samples and follow proper analytical methods required for compliance in accordance with established guidelines and training.
Records and computes results from test data and maintains quality control records and charts as assigned. Performs quantitative and qualitative analyses to determine chemical and physical properties of experimental and developmental materials and may also conduct QA/QC sample analysis and calibrations.
Ensure proper written and electronic documentation of all test results including QA/QC and audits sample documents prior to approval and completeness of summarizing data. Notifies appropriate supervision or staff member of completed analysis.
Prepare reagent/chemical solutions, standards and other laboratory solutions as directed by supervisor or lead technician per guidance and training.
Assists in maintaining an inventory of chemical stores. Collects and logs all Materials Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) documents for chemical stores.
Maintains and distributes as necessary, current Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) for applicable methods. Informs Laboratory Supervisory immediately of any personnel, equipment, instrument and material problems and SOP or methodology deviations. Responds to and documents any necessary corrective action.
Perform periodic audits of analytical logs and data to ensure regulatory compliance for completeness and accuracy.
Sets up equipment and instrumentation required for tests, research, or process control. Cleans and makes minor repairs on laboratory apparatus and equipment and ensures a high standard of housekeeping, quality control and safety.
May also label lab waste containers and properly dispose of lab waste per established guidelines.
May assist in other areas or with special projects directed.
Work Environment:
Spends 100% of the time in a lab or operations environment. Typically spends 10 - 20% of time exposed to outdoor and sometimes inclement weather. Company service vehicles are used as required.
Possible Work Hazards:
May be exposed to possible operations hazards including fumes, airborne particles, and noise, rotating machinery, high pressure, hot and cold temperatures, slippery surfaces, water and electrical hazards. Frequently exposed to toxic and caustic chemicals
Physical Demands:
Amount of time spent – Standing 50-75%, Sitting 25%, Walking 25%.
Requires close visual and hearing observation. Taste and smell may be required for some tests.
Constantly uses hands to finger, handle or feel and frequently reaches with hands and arms.
Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds distances of 10 feet. May lift up to 50-100 pounds on occasion.
Occasional stooping, bending or kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, balancing and entering confined spaces.
Close, distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus are special requirements.
Personal Protective Equipment Required. 
Safety Glasses: Continuously
Gloves: Continuously
Hard Hat: Occasionally
Clothing/Coveralls (Tyvek, Poly Coated Tyvek, etc.): Continuously
Hearing Protection: Occasionally
Respirator (Full Face): Frequently
Steel-toed boots: Occasionally
Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR): NA
Apron: Occasionally
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA): NA