Hazardous Materials Processing Operator I

Republic Services; Vernon (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401(k) matching

ESPP

PTO

Life insurance

Job summary

Qualifications

• Knowledge of applicable DOT, EPA, and OSHA regulations preferred.
• Ability to wear and safely use all levels of PPE, including air-purifying respirators.
• Demonstrated accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize, stay focused, and handle multiple, diverse responsibilities.
• Pass a Pre-Employment Physical, Drug Screen, and Alcohol testing.
• Experience in hazardous waste classification, lab pack segregation, and waste handling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handles, classifies, segregates, labels, and packages hazardous and non-hazardous materials in accordance with federal and State regulations.
• Segregates chemicals by compatibility and DOT Hazard class.
• Determines which chemicals can be safely packed/consolidated together.
• Performs consolidation of hazardous materials/waste in a safe and compliant manner.
• Prepares shipping documents and coordinates transportation of chemical products 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 provides initial training.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

DOT/OSHA knowledge

PPE usage

accuracy & detail

multi-tasking

quality assurance

training/mentoring

Job description