Job ID:
525246 Sapphire Americas, a CRH company and part of the Ash Grove family of companies, delivers innovative, circular solutions that help decarbonize industries and communities. We specialize in transforming residual and non-recyclable materials into alternative fuels and raw materials for cement manufacturing - offering a zero-landfill pathway that conserves natural resources and advances the circular economy. Through our work, we reduce landfill dependency, lower carbon emissions, and unlock long-term environmental and economic value. By turning waste into opportunity, Sapphire Americas is helping build a cleaner, more resilient future.
Position:
Chemist I Reportsto:
Lab Supervisor Shift:
6am-4pm (Sun-Wed) or (Mon,Tues,Thurs,Fri)
Pay:
$18.00 per hour At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package to include:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Disability Pay
- Life Insurance
- Growth Opportunities and more!
Summary:
The Chemist I, under the guidance of the Shift Supervisor and/or Laboratory Manager, sample and analyze hazardous and non-hazardous waste samples in accordance with the facility Waste Analysis Plan. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. What you'll be contributing:
- Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
- Observe all required safety rules including but not limited to those in the company Chemical Hygiene Plan.
- Use safety equipment including, but not limited to, air purifying respirators, safety goggles and glasses, protective clothing such as tyvek suits and rubber boots and gloves.
- Read and become familiar with the facility Waste Analysis Plan and Quality Manual.
- Sample solid and liquid fuel shipments as needed.
- Ensure a timely, thorough, cost-effective, and accurate analysis of each sample following all Waste Analysis Plan requirements.
- Notify the immediate supervisor if any problems arise.
- Ensure the overall cleanliness of all laboratory areas with special attention to the position work area.
- Perform any duties as assigned by the Laboratory Manager, as needed, to ensure a timely, thorough, cost-effective, and accurate analysis of laboratory samples.
- Monitor laboratory supply inventory and alert the appropriate purchasing personnel when levels become low.
- Initiate and/or complete chain-of-custody forms as necessary.
- Attend required training classes.
- Demonstrate an attitude of cooperation, concern and interest toward other employees and the company by performing, as needed, unassigned tasks for which there is time and ability.
- Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.
BTU Position Responsibilities:
- Generate a log-in entry into the appropriate log-in book.
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