EHS Technician

divergent; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity plan

Discretionary bonus opportunities

Paid vacation and holidays

Comprehensive health benefits

Life insurance

Job summary

Divergent in Torrance, CA is seeking an EHS Technician to join our manufacturing team. You will ensure safe handling of regulated wastes and maintain environmental stewardship while keeping high-precision processes running smoothly.

You will conduct safety inspections, support industrial hygiene programs, and collaborate across functions to meet RCRA/OSHA requirements. This role requires forklift operation, PPE use, and clear data logging.

Qualifications

• Access to information subject to US export controls.
• At least 1 year handling regulated wastes.
• Experience with chemical segregation (flammables, corrosives, reactive materials).
• Operate material handling equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks).
• Wear PPE including respiratory protection and FR uniform.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet EHS requirements.
• Log environmental/compliance data and corrective actions clearly.
• Knowledge of RCRA/40 CFR and OSHA 29 CFR 1910.
• Experience with lockout/tagout and fall protection.

Responsibilities

• Regulated waste handling from cradle-to-grave per federal/state/local rules.
• Conduct occupational safety inspections and interventions.
• Implement industrial hygiene measures like exposure controls, noise monitoring, respirator programs.

Skills

Waste handling

Occupational safety

Industrial hygiene

Documentation

Regulatory compliance

Education

RCRA & DOT certifications

Job description

Divergent is building the new industrial age. Every day, our teams design, manufacture, and assemble advanced systems for some of the world's most demanding industries. Our integrated engineering and manufacturing platform transforms complex designs into production-ready solutions, helping customers move faster, build smarter, and deliver critical systems when they matter most. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and supports leading U.S. aerospace and defense companies.

Join us and help push the boundaries of what can be built.

Purpose

We are seeking a EHS Technician to join our EHS team. This role will play a critical part in ensuring hazardous materials are handled and processed safely and with the highest level of environmental stewardship. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to keep high-precision manufacturing processes running smoothly and safely. As a EHS Technician you will be responsible for safe, compliant handling of regulated wastes as well as working throughout the business to ensure occupational safety and health requirements are met.

The Role

• Regulated waste handlingCradle-to-grave handling of regulated wastes in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements.
• Occupational safetyConduct occupational safety inspections and interventions utilizing safety inspection software in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements.
• Industrial hygieneImplement industrial hygiene requirements such as (but not limited to): chemical exposure identification/control, noise monitoring, and respiratory protection

Basic Qualifications

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
• At least 1 year of experience handling, packaging, and shipping regulated wastes.
• Experience with chemical segregation including (but not limited to) flammables, corrosives, reactive materials.
• Experience operating material handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment including (but not limited to) respiratory protection, flame-resistant uniform, and safety toe shoes.
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, customers, and suppliers to ensure EHS requirements are met.
• Clear communication and documentation skills to effectively log environmental compliance data, occupational safety inspections, and implemented corrective actions.
• Working knowledge of regulations governing regulated waste such as (but not limited to): Resource Conservation & Recovery Act (RCRA 40 CFR).
• General knowledge of occupational safety requirements (29 CFR 1910) such as (but not limited to): lockout/tagout, electrical safety, personal protective equipment, fall protection, and confined spaces.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the additive manufacturing industry.
• Current certifications for: RCRA (California and federal) and Department of Transportation (DOT)
• Experience with Microsoft, Excel and general computer efficiency for documentation of records.

Work Environment

This role is based in a dynamic manufacturing environment with exposure to production areas, quality & material labs, and office settings.

Position requires frequent standing, walking, or lifting up to 50 pounds.

Mon-Fri (8am-5:30pm) Occasional coverage over 3-day weekends.

From time to time, you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected.

Compensation

• T02 / Hazardous Materials Handler II: $35.16 - $42.98
• T03 / Hazardous Materials Handler III: $42.98 - $49.63

Pay Range

$35.16 - $49.63 USD

What We Offer:

• Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.
• Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
• Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.
• Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performi