Hazardous Waste Technician (Forklift Certified)

Guardian Protection Products; Hudson (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

RPM International Inc. is seeking a Hazardous Waste Attendant to prepare and manage hazardous waste streams within a paint manufacturing facility. You will collect, separate, seal, and label waste for transport while maintaining strict regulatory compliance and accurate logs.

The role requires forklift certification and basic math, reading, and communication skills. You will work under supervision to ensure safe handling, reporting any deviations, and maintaining a clean, compliant waste area.

Qualifications

• Must have good written and verbal communication.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in logs.
• Ability to read and interpret labels, manuals and procedures.
• Basic math, reading and comprehension skills required.

Responsibilities

• Collect, separate, seal, weigh and label waste for transport in compliance with regulations.
• Maintain accurate logs of waste handling and disposal.
• Keep waste staging areas clean and organized; monitor capacity and notify supervisor.
• Operate and monitor kiln/processing equipment as required.
• Maintain forklift certifications and safe operating procedures.
• Assist in on-site transfer of waste to staging areas and support vendors.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Reading comprehension

Mathematical basics

Safety awareness

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Forklift certification

Job description

RPM International Inc. is seeking a Hazardous Waste Attendant to prepare and manage hazardous waste streams within a paint manufacturing facility. You will collect, separate, seal, and label waste for transport while maintaining strict regulatory compliance and accurate logs.

The role requires forklift certification and basic math, reading, and communication skills. You will work under supervision to ensure safe handling, reporting any deviations, and maintaining a clean, compliant waste area.