Lab Manager

Exciting Opportunity to Join Our Legacy of Environmental Leadership!

Location: Headquartered in Indianapolis, with 2,000+ employees nationwide

About Us: At Heritage Environmental Services, we are more than just a company; we are pioneers in industrial waste management, committed to creating a cleaner, safer world. Since our inception during the environmental movement of the 1970s, we've been at the forefront of solving complex environmental challenges. With a dedicated team spread across the United States, we provide innovative and compliant solutions to thousands of clients in diverse industries.

Why Heritage?

• Impactful Work: Be part of a team that makes a real difference. Our comprehensive services range from hazardous waste management and emergency response to onsite support and technical solutions, allow us to solve our customer waste challenges. We are part of the solution. We don't generate any waste ourselves.
• Growth Opportunities: At Heritage, your contribution is valued beyond your job title. We believe in the power of continuous learning and growth, encouraging every employee to expand their skills and take on new challenges.
• Safety First: Your health and safety are our top priorities. We foster a culture where every employee is empowered to act safely and ensure the well-being of their colleagues. Our mantra is Safe and Compliant, or Not at All.
• Collaborative Environment: Together we can achieve much more. Join a supportive and dynamic team where your ideas and efforts are recognized and rewarded.

Our Commitment: We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and innovative workplace where every employee can thrive. As part of our team, you will have the freedom to contribute your expertise wherever needed, ensuring the success of our mission to protect the environment

Our Ambition: Leading the Way in Hazardous Waste Management Our goal is to become the fastest-growing and most profitable hazardous waste platform, powered by industry-leading, end-to-end capabilities. We aim to be the top choice for our customers, driven by a high-performing team that thrives on solving challenges, continuous learning, and growth.

Exciting News: Heritage Environmental Services is now backed by the EQT Infrastructure VI fund, enhancing our capabilities, and expanding our reach. EQT is a dynamic global investment powerhouse managing EUR 232 billion in assets (EUR 128 billion fee-generating). With a focus on Private Capital and Real Assets, EQT owns and supports leading companies across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Americas, fostering sustainable growth, operational excellence, and market leadership. This exciting ownership positions us for even greater impact and growth in the future.

Laboratory Manager, Night Shift As the Laboratory Manager you will serve as the technical leader in the Plant laboratory and will develop, maintain and implement proper procedures for the lab. This position will provide leadership and training to lab team members, ensure proper communication from the lab to other departments, and maintain high quality and safety standards.

Essential Functions & Requirements:

• Ensures Health & Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and acting in a safe manner at all times
• Demonstrates leadership to laboratory team members to ensure the objectives of the lab and Company are achieved
• Provides oversight of operational and functional needs of the Fuel Laboratory
• Develops and implements the lab budget; purchases and ensures the maintenance of lab instrumentation
• Works in accordance with all stated policies and procedures and reinforces these with lab personnel
• Stays informed of, and completes practices in alignment with, safety procedures, waste analysis, and quality assurance plans; maintains responsibility for daily assessments and any corrective actions required
• Analyzes materials to proficiently determine characteristics and waste profiles under the position's scope
• Conducts testing including, but not limited to the following:
  • Determination of acidity and alkalinity, pH, oxidizer screening, peroxides, cyanides and sulfides, paint filter liquids, fuel and water compatibilities, solids percentage, heat of combustion (BTU value), total halogens, water analysis by Karl Fischer method, viscosity, density, and flashpoint
  • Reactive sulfides, acid treatment for PCB screening, PCB identification & quantification, GC-ECD operations, metals digestion, metals by ICP, Hg analysis, and TOC
  • Operation of Leeman ICPs Prodigy & Profile, Hg by AA, COD and BOD
• Monitors performance and requirements of approved methods to accomplish project and quality assurance / quality control objectives; provides timely and accurate recommendations regarding the training of lab personnel, equipment or procedure modifications and quality functions
• Maintains accurate quality control records and prepares reports using accurate data to the Plant Manager
• Maintains accurate laboratory training system in cooperation with EHS and L&D functions; coordinates training and development to provide continuous learning / advancement of laboratory personnel
• Maintains responsibility for the overall quality performance of the laboratory, including but not limited to production quotas, quality issues including audits, and laboratory appearance including client and internal tours
• Communicates with production, profile and sales personnel regarding relevant functional topics as necessary
• Maintains responsibility for overall performance of the lab shift including but not limited to production quotas, budget requirements, continuous position coverage and internal team and client collaboration
• Takes on additional duties as assigned to support the team and organization

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or related field (required)

Experience:

• 3+ years of laboratory experience utilizing testing methods and equipment (required)
• Previous laboratory management experience (required)
• Previous experience in the hazardous waste, environmental, or a related industry (preferred)

Competencies:

• Ability to demonstrate proficiency in all areas of the laboratory
• Basic computer knowledge and skills, including Microsoft Suite programs
• Ability to appropriately manage time and multiple priorities
• Working knowledge of one or more areas of analytical chemistry (preferably PCBs, volatiles and metals)
• Chemical knowledge including an understanding of characteristics, reactions, and hazards of substances encountered in the hazardous waste industry (and specifically the typical Plant waste stream)
• Ability to communicate in a timely manner to share specific information of questionable or hazardous material to the proper parties, to respond to incidents and train and inform others who may be exposed
• Working knowledge of instrument troubleshooting and maintenance relating to all analyses performed by the laboratory
• Ability to effectively communicate with peers, supervisors and other leaders or functions within the organization
• Regular and predictable attendance to perform the functions and requirements of this role

Benefits, Compensation, & Workforce Diversity: Heritage offers competitive pay and bonus incentives. Benefits include choice of medical, dental, and vision plans, flexible spending or health savings accounts, employee and dependent life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401(k) savings plan with company match, and tuition reimbursement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

A post-offer drug screen will be required.

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