Chemist

Acc Limited.,holcim Group, [the Associated Cement Compaines Limited.] • Holly Hill, SC

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About The Position

Systech Environmental Corporation 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 Holcim, the leading cement and construction materials manufacturer in the world, Systech provides customers with innovative services to manage by-products, primarily by recovering energy or mineral content during the cement manufacturing process. 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. 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Life Science, preferably in Chemistry.
• 3 years of related production or research laboratory experience.
• Complete 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.
• Must pass lab procedures proficiency test within one year of starting position.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of technical and toxicological compound analysis techniques.
• Knowledge of complex laboratory equipment, instruments, and hardware/software applications used in compound evaluation.
• Knowledge of co-processing and waste management operations and accompanying permitting and regulatory requirements.
• Command of all oral and written communication skills necessary to translate technical laboratory processes and procedures to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Able to instruct other laboratory personnel in clinical procedures and methods of analysis and results interpretations.
• Demonstrated ability to perform complex laboratory procedures to analyze samples.
• Able to determine appropriate laboratory procedures, select a sampling technique, perform the necessary analytical analyses, and reach a conclusion with recommendations.
• Knowledge of permit and waste stream acceptability.

Responsibilities

• Interprets the results of chemical and procedural analyses of sample compounds to establish their chemical and physical properties.
• Conducts laboratory procedures on waste and raw material samples to determine chemical and physical properties and their acceptability for processing.
• Evaluates technical laboratory equipment, instruments, and hardware/software needs and advises what upgrades or enhancements are appropriate.
• Participates in technical training of company personnel in evaluation techniques.
• Conducts laboratory equipment troubleshooting, maintenance and calibration to ensure optimal analytical conditions.
• Complies with state and federal regulations, as well as the site's WAP, SAMM and established QA/QC procedures.
• Responsible for determining and communicating PPE requirements to operating personnel as recommended by compound model.
• Assist in determining/evaluating production capacity issues such as off-loading railcars.
• Determine or evaluates production flow rates when applicable.
• Sample waste loads according to procedure, as necessary.
• Train other lab personnel and oversee workflow as required.
• Perform duties in a safety conscience manner in the workplace and promote safety with other site employees.
• Assist in other work areas of the facility when necessary to meet site emergencies or production priorities.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
• Holistic Health & Well-being programs
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
• Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program
• Dress for your day

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree