Laboratory Technician/Associate Chemist

Company: Nesco Resource
Location: Schenectady
Posted on: January 12, 2021

Job Description:

Nesco Resource is seeking a Laboratory Technicians/Associate Chemists for a growing global organization in the Capital District!It's an exciting time to being a career with our client, as they are forging the way in becoming a global powerhouse with exciting new products and opportunities! Excellent benefits and bonus incentives will be available!General Description:--Performs complex laboratory operations under minimal supervision from senior staff members. Ability to suggest alternative or supporting approaches within the scope of the laboratory operations conducted within the functional areaLab process work* Performs complex experiments under minimal supervision from senior staff members.* Must be able to work and contribute in a team environment.* Issues reports in verbal and written formats in a timely fashion and at specified intervals.* Handles multiple assignments and coordinates with others.* Assists in the maintenance, calibration, and repair of laboratory equipment.* Develops proficiency in communication skills within functional unit.* Able to operate the primary equipment within their functional area including basic troubleshooting and preventive maintenance skills.* Acquires knowledge in the operation of analytical instrumentation required for the project.* Is knowledgeable of hazardous/non-hazardous waste generation practices.* Maintains equipment in working order.* Is knowledgeable of intra-plant hazardous/non-hazardous waste transportation practices.* Independently conducts simple and routine analytical qualitative and quantitative chemical and physical testing.* Operate analytical instrumentation such as GC, HPLC, GPC, ball and ring, etc.* Evaluates materials for compliance to standards and specifications.* Maintains legible, neat and organized laboratory records.Maintain Compliance* Adhere to company EH&S regulations, SI Group Responsible Care practices and ISO 9000 programs.* Maintain a clean and safe laboratory and working environment.* Works with supervision to ensure data integrity and verify that their work is correct.* Maintains established quality control documentation.* Accomplishes all EHS training requirements in accordance with their scheduling.* Knowledgeable of hazardous/non-hazardous waste generation practices.* Awareness of intra-plant hazardous/non-hazardous waste transportation practices.* Evaluates materials for compliance to standards and specifications.Education and Experience* BS degree in chemistry or related sciences OR AS degree and 4 years related industrial experienceSpecific Functional Competency Requirements* Technical Knowledge and Ability:--Develops technical knowledge and ability within the functional area.* Environmental, Health, Safety & Quality:--Is aware of and adheres to all EHS & Q directives and maintains a zero, zero, zero record of compliance.* Problem-solving, Analysis and Judgment:--Develops problem solving skills within the functional areas. Reviews and analyzes test results to identify and locate inconsistencies. Makes fact-based decisions using supporting data. Develops a thorough understanding of how problems are revealed in the data and what influence they may have on the results.* Planning, Organizing & Prioritization:--Develops the ability to plan, organize and coordinate multiple activities through effective time management.Nesco Resource and affiliates (Lehigh G.I.T Inc, and Callos Resource, LLC) is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics with respect to employment opportunities.

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