Tradebe Meriden , CT 06451
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Job Req ID: 3380
Date: Apr 30, 2024
Tradebe Site: Tradebe Meriden
Location:
Meriden, CT, US, 6451
Department: Operations
Business Line: Environmental Services & Global Functions
Lab Chemist
Description:
This position is eligible for our $1500 Sign-On/Retention bonus!
Tradebe Environmental Services is a global leader in environmental services with US Headquarters in Merrillville, IN. Tradebe was founded in 1984 with the vision of helping industrial and chemical companies manage the increasing complexity of the waste they generate, ensuring safety for the people and the environment. Today, we continue to innovate and evolve as we maintain our firm commitment to propelling the circular economy and creating a more sustainable world. We actively contribute by managing all kinds of environmental liabilities in a safe and sustainable manner, focusing on reusing or recycling raw materials and energy, and being dedicated to meeting our customers' environmental goals. In the United States, Tradebe Environmental Services has 30 sites and serves customers from a broad range of markets, from petrochemicals to aerospace and hospitals, with unparalleled safety and quality standards.
Job description
Main Purpose
Perform day to day laboratory duties including testing samples Tradebe is receiving at our plants. This typically includes a variety of hazardous waste and chemicals. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of hazardous materials, chemicals, and chemistry knowledge.
The role
Key job responsibilities
Entry level wet chemistry laboratory duties including: pH, moisture, oxidation, titration
Daily Processing of waste samples to include but not limited to: Fuel compatibility, bomb calorimetry, GC analysis, metals analysis
Daily equipment calibration: Calorimeter, pH meter, GC-MS, GC-FID
Additional laboratory support in the areas of standards preparation, record-keeping and other general laboratory duties as assigned
The person
Qualifications
A successful candidate will have minimum of High school diploma with strong scientific background
College courses or degree preferred in a science related field
Willing to work in an industrial setting with limited outside exposure and be willing to handle hazardous and non-hazardous wastes with appropriate PPE
Ability to wear a face respirator as needed
Strong candidates will possess a great work ethic with the ability to work alone as well as in a group
Experience with analytical instrumentation is preferred
Physical Requirements
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We offer
Why Tradebe is Right for You
Competitive pay and benefits
Student loan repayment assistance
Generous vacation and sick plans
Medical (including telehealth), dental and vision
401k Retirement match
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Health savings accounts (HSA)
Agency paid, basic life and AD&D insurance
Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities
Leadership opportunities
Great work environment and culture
And MORE!
Tradebe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law
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