Knowledgeable of chemistry principles and practices including analysis, evaluation, and waste processing protocols
Thorough knowledge of quality management standards, including ISO and NELAC standards
Knowledge of complex regulations specific to the environmental waste industry
Knowledge of management principles and best practices, including analysis, evaluation, research methods, and strategies
Knowledgeable of current industrial safety practices, industrial hygiene, and hazardous waste treatment, storage, and disposal operations
Analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Detail-oriented with technical aptitude
Ability to work under pressure, exercise independent judgment, and select effective course of action while controlling resources and expenditures
Knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint applications
Responsibilities
Manages, maintains, and ensures compliance with all applicable Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC) protocols, including corporate, accreditation, and method requirements
Manages and ensures laboratory operations are accomplished within budget and to company, regulatory, and industry standards
Manages laboratory safety program to ensure compliance with OSHA and company policies
Manages programs to process routine waste acceptance information in compliance with Waste Analysis Plan (WAP) and good safety practices
Manages laboratory efforts related to waste pre-acceptance reviews, treatability studies, and related activities in compliance with regulatory requirements
Manages laboratory to ensure procedures and practices are compliant with company policy and all local, state, and federal laws
Provides technical support to management and subordinates
Makes and implements recommendations for improvement in workflow
Forecasts and controls department resources
Maintains accreditation to certification bodies, when applicable
Maintains compliance with corporate laboratory policies, training requirements, and audit program