Lab Tech III

Union: YesSchedule: 8 hour shiftAbility to commute/relocate: Sauget, IL 62201: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In personPosition Purpose:Responsible for performing routine tasks and simple analysis of hazardous waste samples utilizing prescribed procedures in accordance with company and regulatory guidelines. May perform specialized analysis under the direction of a chemist in support and relation with applied quality assurance and control procedures. Maintains the laboratory as directed for compliance with company hygiene plans.Primary Duties /Responsibilities: Proficient in all Lab Technician I and II essential duties and responsibilitiesSample a variety of incoming waste materials and determines proper analytical methods required for compliance in accordance with established guidelines and training.Ensure proper written and electronic documentation of all test results including QA/QC and audits sample documents prior to approval and completeness of summarizing data.Maintain proficiency of troubleshooting and maintenance of analytical equipment and documents in accordance with quality assurance and control compliance.Gather appropriate paperwork for management approvals and notifies staff of any incomplete sections needing attention. Compiles and reports analysis data including QA/QC data for review.Perform periodic self audits of analytical logs to ensure federal regulation compliance for completeness and error corrections.Experienced in all areas, including metals/PCB analysis, and able to function and produce at high levels with minimum supervision and able to do routine troubleshooting on these instruments.Help management facilitate achievement of laboratory goalsBe able to identify and bring to the attention of management result anomalies in a timely manner and trouble shoot common mistakes that a Lab Technician I or II may not recognizeMust be able to recognize the importance of following procedures.Eligible for enhanced compensation for additional duties/responsibilities within Technical department, such as, labpack approvals.Perform lab housekeeping and sample management duties to ensure a clean and safe work area. Labels lab waste containers and properly disposes of lab waste per guidelines.Other duties as assigned.