Hazardous Materials Plant Chemist - 2nd Shift

Opportunity Highlights

• Location: East Chicago, IN
• Shift: 2nd Shift | Mon-Fri | 3pm-11:30pm
• Pay: $22-$23.50/hr based on experience 
• Develop hands-on experience working with a diverse range of chemicals and hazardous materials.
• Paid Weekly!

What will you do? Make an impact!

As a Lab Pack Plant Chemist, you will be receiving, identifying, and de-packing lab packs as they enter the facility.

Key Job Responsibilities: 

• Receive, identify, sort, and de-pack lab pack materials in a fast-paced industrial hazardous waste processing facility.
• Apply chemistry knowledge to classify, characterize, and safely manage a wide variety of chemical and hazardous waste streams.
• Perform bulk consolidations, material transfers, sampling activities, and container management in accordance with environmental regulations and company procedures.
• Prepare, package, label, and document hazardous waste shipments for transportation, treatment, recycling, and disposal.
• Complete regulatory documentation and maintain compliance with EPA, DOT, OSHA, and company requirements.
• Conduct routine inspections of work areas, containers, and equipment to ensure safe and compliant operations.
• Support spill response activities and contribute to a strong culture of environmental, health, and safety excellence.

Do you have what it takes?

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or a related scientific field; equivalent industry experience may be considered.
• Previous experience working with chemicals, hazardous materials, laboratory operations, or environmental services is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately identify, classify, and document materials.
• Ability to work safely in an industrial environment while following established safety procedures and utilizing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Comfortable performing hands-on work, including material handling, sampling, packaging, and waste management activities.
• Forklift experience is a plus, but not required.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Ability to work the assigned schedule and perform all duties on-site.