Incineration Blends Chemist- Chemical Engineering

Clean Harbors - Kimball, NE

Full-time - Entry Level

Kimball, NE

Waste Management and Remediation Services

About the position

The Incineration Blends Chemist at Clean Harbors in Kimball, NE, is responsible for planning and overseeing operations related to the high-temperature destruction of hazardous and non-hazardous materials in the company's industrial incinerator. This role emphasizes health and safety compliance, production planning, and operational efficiency, while offering opportunities for growth and development within the company.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that health and safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes.
• Develop a production plan for the incineration unit and follow through with inspections to ensure successful achievement of production goals.
• Directly oversee the scheduling of waste materials into the facility.
• Develop sequences for the Operations Manager(s) and/or Supervisors.
• Complete all required paperwork associated with tracking the waste.
• Ensure all work meets applicable QA/QC guidelines and compliance parameters.
• Responsible for problem-solving when results fall outside of mandated specifications.
• Responsible for month-end inventory reconciliation and management.
• Work closely with plant management to implement operational improvement strategies to maximize efficiencies throughout the unit.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 4-year Chemical Engineering Bachelor's Degree (B.S) in a science-related field required.
• 3 years of industrial operations experience preferred - willing to train recent College Grads!
• Computer skills and proficiency with office applications (i.e. MS Excel and Outlook).
• Advanced chemical knowledge required.
• Flexibility to work rotating shift(s) including days, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to work in adverse environments (cold/heat).
• Ability to work in team environment.
• DOT Training.
• Proficiency in Windows based applications.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Punctuality and attendance required.
• Respirator fit test upon hire - clean shaven face required (mustache okay!).
• An excellent commitment to health and safety.
• Accountability; punctuality.
• Background check, drug screen and physical - required.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
• Group 401K with company matching component
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Generous paid time off
• Company paid training and tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for growth and development for all stages of your career