Materials Test Analyst/Lab Technician

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

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About the role

QC, QA, and R&D all processes area's throughout Reworld Direct LLC. To insure all inbound and outbound analytical, specs, and procedures of each process area comply and meet requirements. Minimize production cost by means of researching and redeveloping processes areas to meet specifications, as well as increasing and improving production safety.

Primary Responsibilities - Major Focus on the Alternative Engineered Fuel "AEF" laboratory portion of the business. Insure the development of all AEF blended recipes meet our off-take partners blend specifications.

QC/QA all inbound and outbound production analytical to insure all product specifications are met in compliance. QC/QA all inbound raw materials meet analytical specifications to insure quality of all production. Analysis of all potential sales samples to insure they meet analytical requirement for acceptance into the ASF (BLDG) program. Entering analytical data into cloud, google drive, and hard copy laboratory books. Participate in preparation of all Analytical Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), calibration, maintenance, and purchasing of Laboratory equipment. Such equipment included but are not limited to are (As related to the ASF program)

Lab Grinder - Shredder

Parr Calorimeter

Parr oxygen vessels, fuse wires and crucibles.

Analytical Balance

Moisture Balance

Lab Oven, heaters, oil & water

pH Meters

Seta Flash detector

Karl Fischer Moisture Titration

Log Books and record keeping

Viscometer

XRF hand held

Centrifuge

GC -Gas Chromatography

Distillation columns

Specific Duties

Building A: Engineered Fuel Program

Log in of all incoming samples and coordinate with Operations Management / Lab Director on possible fuel usage and value. Determine and evaluate potential of subject fuel as to whether it may be a candidate for onsite engineered fuels program. Manage and retain all production samples in laboratory. Test each trailer load of AEF produced for BTU /lb, %Cl, and moisture content. Sample all liquid fuel subjects entering Building A for water concentration, BTU/lb, %Cl, pH, and Flash Point. Inspection of all new waste stream trials along with laboratory analysis. Inspection of existing waste streams unloaded into Alternative Engineered Fuel processing area. Determine potential inbound fuels to be accepted or denied for not meeting partnered blend specification requirements (BTU, %Cl specs, etc.). Analysis of sales samples accompanied by written MDFs (Material Description Form) from potential waste stream generators. Keep constant with production personnel for updates on loads of materials, changes in waste stream, and potential hazards/problems. Collecting and updating all customer SDS's. Operation of XRF XL2 700 analyzer in order to scan inbound/potential waste streams for chloride content. To continuously access the operation of the AEF program and make recommendations on any and all ideas of ways to improve safety, production efficiencies and continuous improvements. Insure that all outbound AEF blended recipes meet Reworld Direct's partner blend specifications, by means of QC analysis and Mass Balance record keeping. Participate in monthly safety meetings with various topics pertaining to KD employees. Typical analysis included but are not limited to are,

BTU /lb

%Cl

lbs /gal

%Ash

Flash Point - Seta Flash

Centrifuge

%Moisture - KF

%Solids

pH

Samples to various kilns for approval and profiling

Samples to outside laboratories for characteristics and or Haz constituents

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field preferred or equivalent work experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of waste industry and prior experience working in a lab preferred
• High attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft office suite or similar software

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires standing and lifting up to twenty five pounds. Position may also include carrying, walking, grasping, and reaching.
• Ability to wear & use PPE and respiratory protection equipment as needed.

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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