Hazardous Waste Program Manager

Clean Harbors; San Juan Capistrano (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 30 days

401K with Company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Company paid training

Job summary

Clean Harbors is seeking a Hazardous Waste Operations Manager for its Medical Waste Division. You will oversee all company activities and manage the InSite staff on the customer site, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and efficient operations.

The role requires 3–5 years of hazardous waste experience (preferably healthcare) and a bachelor's degree. Travel to customer sites and collaboration with logistics, safety, and compliance teams are essential to success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3–5 years hazardous waste experience, preferably in healthcare.
• Willing to obtain Hep B vaccination.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize health and safety on site and ensure compliance with policies.
• Oversee onsite employees’ health and safety oversight for the customer’s medical waste.
• Track cradle-to-grave waste generation, storage, and disposal with reports.
• Ensure proper packaging of waste for efficiency and compliance.
• Schedule transportation and disposal of medical waste as needed.
• Maintain equipment for routine service and projects.
• Scope special projects and provide cost estimates.
• Assist customers with data for reporting requirements.
• Conduct facility-wide compliance audits and housekeeping checks.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Customer Service

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Decisiveness

Multi-tasking

Computer Skills

Regulatory Knowledge

Safety Awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Windows-based applications

Microsoft Office

Job description

Clean Harbors is seeking a Hazardous Waste Operations Manager for our Medical Waste Division. In this position you will be responsible for overseeing all Company activities and managing the InSite staff on the customer site.

Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us.

Why work for Clean Harbors?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority, and we live it 3-6-5!
• Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth.
• Competitive Recruiting pay range: $80-90K.
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment including 401K with Company match.
• Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career.
• Company paid training and tuition reimbursement.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and always acting in a safe manner.
• Manage and coordinate the efforts and Health and Safety oversite of the Clean Harbors onsite employees for customer's medical waste.
• Manage and track facility wide “cradle to grave” waste generation, storage, and disposal by providing waste tracking reports.
• Responsible for proper packaging of waste to maximize efficiency and maintain compliance.
• Schedule transportation and disposal of outgoing medical waste as needed.
• Maintain adequate levels of equipment for routine service needs and ongoing projects.
• Scope special projects and provide estimates.
• Assist customers with compiling data necessary for completing the Generator's Annual Report and other required reporting functions.
• Conduct facility wide compliance audits include inspections of staging, accumulating and storage areas to ensure proper housekeeping procedures and compliance.
• Maintain communication between customers, drivers, and central logistics team.
• Provides compliance information, maintenance, safety and permitting to Manager.
• Review logistics and work closely with customer service to understand shipping needs.
• Promotes safety by ensuring that personnel have the appropriate personal protective equipment, work plans, and training, etc.
• Understands expected job profitability by scheduling and managing resources efficiently.
• Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules.
• Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Three- five years of hazardous waste experience preferably in healthcare.
• Alternative combinations of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree..
• Willing to get a Hep B Vaccination.

Skills:

• Leadership and management skills.
• Proficient in Windows based applications.
• Must be a team player.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Good organizational skills, decisiveness and initiative.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Computer skills.
• Familiarity with EPA, DOT, NRC, and applicable state and local regulations.
• Working knowledge of Profit and Loss management.
• Working knowledge of Safety.

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail] or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package