Lead Laboratory Tech

Safety-Kleen Buffalo, NY is seeking a Lead Laboratory Tech who will beresponsible for sample preparation, the analysis of samples to determine their chemical and physical properties. Responsible for the non-routine analysis of samples to determine their chemical and physical properties and managing laboratory operations. This person will also be responsible for the Facility ELAP program as Technical Director. We are looking for an experienced individual with good work ethic.

Schedule will be 10AM to 6PM EST M-F. Training hours will be 8AM to 4PM for the first few weeks. 

Why work for Safety-Kleen? 

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5! 

• Competitive wages

• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment 

• Group 401K with company matching component 

• Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement 

• Positive and safe work environments 

• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
   

• Must Have a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Environmental Science (24 college semester credit hours in chemistry)
• 2 years' experience in environmental analysis.
•  Some knowledge working with New York State ELAP Program preferred
• 2+ years’ experience in hands-on laboratory experience with GCMS instrumentation;
• Ability to set up and conduct chemical experiments/tests such as chromatography, spectroscopy, and titrations;
• Superior organizational skills coupled with a strong attention to detail;
• Ability to work in a team environment.

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Safety-Kleen Systems,a Clean Harbors company, has a commitment to excellence deeply rooted in a strong sense of tradition. Our entire business model revolves around keeping North American businessesgreen. We generate more than $1.2 billion in annual revenue as a world-class environmental service organization and market leader in industrial hazardous waste management, parts-cleaning technology, and oil re-refining. We collect over 200 million gallons of used motor oil each year and we have the largest re-refinery capacity in North America allowing us to re-refine more than 150 million gallons each year. 
 
Every day, we help our customers resolve their waste management needs and reduce their carbon footprint.PROTECTION. CHOICES. PEOPLE.MAKE GREEN WORK.™ 

Join our safety focused team today!  To learn more about our company, and to apply online for this exciting opportunity, visit us at www.safety-kleen.com/careers. 
 

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.  

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [email protected] or 1-844-922-5547.  

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.  

Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.  

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. 

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• Ensures Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and acting in a safe manner at all times
• Responsible for maintaining a safe working environment that is in compliance with all applicable OSHA regulations as well as all applicable company Health and Safety and Compliance protocols.
• Performs analysis of samples following prescribed procedures, with the ability to solve minor problems
• Will be responsible for facility ELAP program as technical director
• Calibrates and utilizes instrumentation
• Maintenance of equipment, suggests solutions to problems
• Completes all paperwork associated with the analyses in a neat and timely fashion
• Ensures that all work meets applicable QA/QC guidelines
• Responsibility for supply management in their area of responsibility, including proper housekeeping and best management practices
• Responsible for proper management of waste generated as a result of analytical procedures

Pay Range: 41500.00 - 133303.00 Annually