Chemical Processing Operator I: Safe Hazardous Handling

Republic Services, Inc.; Harvey (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Dental and vision

Employee discounts

Job summary

Republic Services, Inc. is seeking a Chemical Processing Operator I to handle, package, and dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous materials in accordance with safety and environmental regulations. You will work with TSDF Technicians in warehouses, plants, and outdoor settings.

You will classify and package chemicals, prepare shipping documents, maintain waste tracking, and mentor new hires on SOPs. The role requires attention to detail, PPE use, and ability to pass pre-employment tests.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to pass 40-hour HAZWOPER Training upon hire.
• Knowledge of DOT, EPA and OSHA regulations preferred.
• Ability to pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Handles, classifies, segregates, labels and packages hazardous and non-hazardous materials per federal and state regulations.
• Segregates chemicals by compatibility and DOT Hazard class.
• Determines safe packing/consolidation for chemicals.
• Performs consolidation of hazardous waste (bulking, repackaging) in a safe and compliant manner.
• Prepares shipping documents and coordinates transportation of chemicals and hazardous waste materials.
• Approves packing slips for outbound, creates inventories, QA/QC and waste tracking documents.
• Fosters knowledge of final disposition facility protocols.
• Mentors new hire entry-level chemists on SOPs and initial training.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

PPE safety

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Hazardous waste handling

Pre-employment screening

Job description

Republic Services, Inc. is seeking a Chemical Processing Operator I to handle, package, and dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous materials in accordance with safety and environmental regulations. You will work with TSDF Technicians in warehouses, plants, and outdoor settings.

You will classify and package chemicals, prepare shipping documents, maintain waste tracking, and mentor new hires on SOPs. The role requires attention to detail, PPE use, and ability to pass pre-employment tests.