Hazmat Operations Leader: Safety, Compliance, & Efficiency

RK Logistics Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

RK Logistics Group is seeking a Hazmat Operations Manager to oversee safe, compliant handling, storage, transport, and disposal of hazardous materials. You will lead safety programs, drive continuous improvement, and ensure regulatory adherence across the operation in Houston.

The role requires a strong background in DOT/OSHA/EPA/RCRA and experience managing regulated warehouse environments, with a focus on leadership, audits, and KPI-driven performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and operational experience may be considered.
• 5-10 years of warehouse, logistics, transportation, or hazardous materials operations experience.
• Minimum 3-5 years of leadership experience managing supervisors and operational teams.
• Experience in hazardous materials, chemical, pharmaceutical, industrial, or regulated warehouse environments.
• Experience managing regulatory inspections and compliance programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day hazardous materials warehouse and distribution operations.
• Oversee receiving, storage, inventory management, handling, and shipment of hazardous materials.
• Ensure operational efficiency while maintaining safety and compliance standards.
• Establish and monitor KPIs related to safety, productivity, quality, and customer service.
• Develop staffing plans and manage labor resources to support operational requirements.
• Lead internal and external compliance audits and inspections.
• Investigate and resolve compliance issues and implement corrective actions.
• Promote a strong safety culture and lead incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Coordinate spill response, containment, and remediation activities when necessary.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Hazmat compliance

Analytical skills

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

WMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

RK Logistics Group is seeking a Hazmat Operations Manager to oversee safe, compliant handling, storage, transport, and disposal of hazardous materials. You will lead safety programs, drive continuous improvement, and ensure regulatory adherence across the operation in Houston.

The role requires a strong background in DOT/OSHA/EPA/RCRA and experience managing regulated warehouse environments, with a focus on leadership, audits, and KPI-driven performance.