EHS Technician: Hazardous Materials & Compliance Expert

MilliporeSigma; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement contributions

Other perquisites

Job summary

MilliporeSigma in Madison, WI is seeking an experienced EHS/materials handler to collect, transfer, package, and ship chemicals and hazardous materials in strict regulatory compliance. You will maintain inventory and operate equipment like pallet movers and drum dollies while supporting EHS programs.

Minimum qualification is a High School Diploma or GED. The pay range is $26.00–$40.00 per hour, with benefits including health insurance, PTO, retirement contributions, and other perquisites.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong communication skills (oral and written) preferred.
• Mechanical and technical aptitude beneficial.
• Basic chemistry knowledge from work experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Collect, transfer, package, and ship chemicals and hazardous materials in compliance with regulations; maintain inventory.
• Train colleagues on departmental processes (hot work, line breaks) and participate in incident investigations and site metric reporting.
• Assist in implementing programs to reduce risk to employees, contractors and the environment; participate in emergency drills.
• Monitor EHS materials (PPE, ergonomics, air quality, fire safety, waste disposal) and ensure PPE compliance.
• Understand and apply federal/state regulations; participate in labeling and DOT hazmat certifications where applicable.
• Manage hazardous waste storage and waste streams; operate related equipment and support site inspections and audits.
• Support EHS programs and regulatory reporting (air, storm water, wastewater, hazardous waste, TRI, Tier II); calibrate EHS equipment and preparedness actions.

Skills

Strong computer literacy

Effective written & oral communication

Mechanical and technical aptitude

Strong mathematical skills

Multi-tasking with attention to detail

Basic chemistry knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Electronic Document Management Systems

Job description

MilliporeSigma in Madison, WI is seeking an experienced EHS/materials handler to collect, transfer, package, and ship chemicals and hazardous materials in strict regulatory compliance. You will maintain inventory and operate equipment like pallet movers and drum dollies while supporting EHS programs.

Minimum qualification is a High School Diploma or GED. The pay range is $26.00–$40.00 per hour, with benefits including health insurance, PTO, retirement contributions, and other perquisites.