HAZARDOUS WASTE & SHIPPING/RECEIVING TECHNICIAN

Moses Lake Industries; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Medical/Dental/Vision premiums paid by

Additional Health Coverage: FSA and Hs

Discretionary bonus program

401(k) Savings Plan

Long-Term Disability Insurance, EAP, d

Job summary

Moses Lake Industries in Mesa, AZ (Entry level) is hiring for a full-time position focused on waste management and warehouse operations. Shift is day, M-F, 7 am-3:30 pm in Mesa, AZ, with safety and environmental compliance at the core of daily duties.

You will monitor waste, coordinate pickups, maintain logs, and support shipping/receiving as needed in a growing, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or vocational training is a plus.
• Experience with hazardous waste handling and warehouse/shipping activities preferred.
• Knowledge of labeling, containment, and regulatory concepts is beneficial.
• Ability to operate material-handling equipment and certifications are a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, track, and document all waste across the facility.
• Oversee waste collection activities and proper container placement.
• Ensure segregation, labeling, storage, and disposal per procedures.
• Inspect waste areas for labeling, cleanliness, and safety.
• Move full waste containers to the 180-day accumulation area and return empties.
• Coordinate waste pickups with vendors and log disposal records.
• Treat waste via in-house system and document processing steps.
• Maintain waste logs, manifests, and regulatory documentation.
• Communicate waste volumes and issues to EHSS/Production managers.
• Back up Shipping & Receiving functions during peak periods.
• Receive, inspect, and document incoming materials and shipments.
• Prepare outgoing shipments with required hazardous materials paperwork.
• Support inventory accuracy and general warehouse organization.
• Operate forklifts/pallet jacks; training provided if needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation accuracy

Effective communication

Independent worker

Safety compliance

Forklift operation

Organization

Education

High school diploma

Technical or vocational environmental/logistics training

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Job Details

Level: Entry

Job Location: Mesa, AZ 85204

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Day

We value: Safety, Integrity, Ownership, Collaboration, Service, Sustainability

Moses Lake Industries, Inc. (MLI) is a rapidly growing producer of ultra-pure chemical products, serving the semiconductor and flat-panel screen industries worldwide. We deliver world class products to the leaders of the industries we serve.

You will be working for a midsized company with great people and a history of steady growth and profitability. Sound like a match? If you are prepared to work in an exciting and rewarding environment, we look forward to considering your experience and qualifications.

Shift/Hours/Location: M-F, 7 am-3:30 pm (Schedule is tentative to change based on business needs), Mesa, AZ

WHAT YOU WILL BE WORKING ON

• Monitor, track, and document all waste generated across the facility, including by department (type, quantity, date, and source).
• Manage and oversee all waste collection activities throughout the facility, ensuring containers are properly placed in all generating areas.
• Ensure proper segregation, labeling, storage, and disposal of waste in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct routine inspections of waste collection areas to verify containers are correctly labeled, free from residue, in good condition, provided with secondary containment where required, and those areas are clean and safe.
• Move full waste containers from generating areas to the 180‑day waste accumulation area and return empty, compliant containers to designated locations.
• Coordinate waste pickups with approved vendors and maintain accurate records of waste volumes and disposal activities.
• Collect and treat all waste that is approved for processing through the in‑house waste‑treatment system.
• Coordinate and pump waste containers into the treatment process, ensuring proper handling, safety, and documentation.
• Maintain and update waste logs, manifests, treatment records, and other required documentation in accordance with regulatory and internal requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of waste inputs and throughputs and report this information to the EHSS Manager and Production Manager as required.
• Communicate with production and lab teams to ensure waste is managed consistently and correctly.
• Communicate waste volumes, trends, and any issues or non‑conformances to the EHSS Manager, including recommendations for improvements.
• Support compliance with applicable hazardous waste, solid waste, and environmental health and safety regulations and internal policies.
• Serve as backup for all Shipping & Receiving functions when primary staff are unavailable or during high‑volume periods.
• Receive, inspect, and document all incoming materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Verify shipments against purchase orders and report any discrepancies or damage.
• Process incoming materials in the ERP or inventory system, label and stage items, and deliver them to the appropriate departments or storage locations.
• Prepare, package, and document outgoing shipments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with customer, carrier, and hazardous materials requirements as applicable.
• Complete required documentation for outbound shipments (packing slips, BOLs, shipping labels, hazardous materials paperwork, etc.).
• Maintain organized inventory of incoming and outgoing materials and support general warehouse organization and workflow.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material‑handling equipment (training and certification provided if needed).
• Maintain shipping/receiving areas in an organized, safe, and compliant manner, including housekeeping and basic equipment checks (pallet jacks, forklifts, etc.).
• Support cycle counts and inventory accuracy as requested by the Shipping & Receiving Technician, Production Manager, or supervisor.
• Uphold all MLI policies and “MLI Code of Conduct.”
• Strict compliance with Environmental and Safety regulations.
• Compliance and individual accountability with the MLI Quality System and ISO Registration is required. It is the employee’s commitment to ensure that the Company’s actual practices and procedures are exercised as directed.
• Perform other duties/assist production as assigned to support and sustain a high performing team.

Disclaimer: Please note that while these duties are integral to your role, the percentage of time you may spend performing these tasks could vary depending on the nature of your work and operational requirements. Regardless of the frequency, it is your responsibility to ensure that the Company’s practices and procedures are exercised as directed, and you are expected to comply to these standards consistently. Thank you for your commitment to upholding these standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional technical or vocational training in environmental, logistics, or related field preferred.
• Experience in hazardous waste handling, waste management, warehouse operations, shipping/receiving, or a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of hazardous waste labeling, accumulation time limits, secondary containment, and basic regulatory concepts (RCRA or state equivalents) is a plus.
• Ability to operate material‑handling equipment (pallet jack, forklift) and complete required certifications.
• Ability to lift, move, and maneuver containers and materials safely in accordance with site requirements.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and documentation accuracy.
• Basic computer skills for logging data, maintaining records, and completing shipping/receiving transactions.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with multiple departments.
• Safety and environmental compliance focus.
• Ownership and accountability for documentation and records.
• Effective communication with EHSS Manager, Shipping & Receiving, Production, and operating departments.
• Ability to prioritize waste management tasks and shipping/receiving needs in a dynamic environment.

SALARY & BENEFITS

Summary pay range: $22hr - $35/hour

• Generous PTO: Your off time is important.
• Medical/Dental/Vision: Majority of premiums paid by MLI. Includes virtual medical and mental health options.
• Additional Health Coverage: FSA and HSA available. Voluntary insurance options include life and AD&D, accident, hospitalization, and critical illness.
• Earn More: We offer a generous discretionary bonus program in addition to salary/wage.
• 401(k) Savings Plan: Jump start your retirement with MLI’s employer matching contributions.
• Company-Paid Benefits: Long-Term Disability Insurance, EAP, Fitness Club Membership Program, & Education Assistance Program.
• Additional Benefits: We provide position-based clothing, travel expenses, training and additional materials needed on a case‑by‑case basis.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Duties are generally performed indoors in a high purity manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. When working in the presence of safety hazards, the employee is expected to follow company safety rules and use proper personal protective equipment such as: hardhat, safety glasses and full leather shoes, etc. Employees will work in a covered Process Safety Management (PSM) environment containing threshold quantities of flammable liquids and/or gasses that have a potential for fire or explosion. Employees working in this environment are required to be free from devices that are not considered intrinsically safe. Examples of devices that may not be intrinsically safe include Insulin Pumps, Pacemakers, Pain Management devices, etc.

Moses Lake Industries is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.