Waste Process Planner Chemist

Arcwood Environmental • Orange, TX

11d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Waste Process Planner you will be responsible for overseeing the waste scheduling process for an incinerator, ensuring safe and compliant waste processing operations. This role will work closely with scheduling, transportation, laboratory and operations teams to properly evaluate waste streams and schedule disposal effectively.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in chemistry or related field (required)
• 2+ years of experience in a quality control laboratory (required)
• Working knowledge of all Federal, State, and local laws and regulations pertaining to the Environmental Services industry and Department of Transportation
• Proficiency with various laboratory instruments including ICP-OES and ion chromatography
• Strong process planning capabilities with the ability to optimize workflows where possible
• Ability to effectively assess and mitigate risk and associated hazards
• Solid computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders
• Regular and predictable attendance to perform the functions and requirements of this role

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years of experience in the hazardous waste industry (preferred)
• Previous experience working with laboratory instruments such as ICP-OES and ion chromatography (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Prioritizes health and safety by adhering to policies, processes, and maintaining safe practices at all times
• Schedules bulk tanker waste into the facility by partnering with Arcwood Scheduling and Transportation personnel
• Provides exceptional customer service to internal parties involved in the waste scheduling process
• Evaluates incoming hazardous waste for disposal via tanks/direct burn into the incinerator based on physical and chemical compatibility and hazards
• Coordinates with facility Operations to determine tank suitability and availability to store and/or process hazardous waste
• Supports the pre-acceptance of waste into the facility by coordinating samples from Approvals and the onsite Laboratory; ensures results are communicated appropriately
• Maintains laboratory reagents and supplies, completing ordering as needed from approved suppliers
• Schedules instrument preventative maintenance and performs instrument troubleshooting as needed
• Performs quality control of completed laboratory analysis prior to releasing loads for offloading
• Takes on additional duties as assigned to support the team and organization

Benefits

• Arcwood offers competitive pay and bonus incentives.
• Benefits include choice of medical, dental, and vision plans, flexible spending or health savings accounts, employee and dependent life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401(k) savings plan with 7% company match, and tuition reimbursement.
• Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans & Disabilities
• A post-offer drug screen and background check will be required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level