Hazmat Specialist

Socket.dev; Moraine (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Hazmat Specialist in Moraine, OH to perform safety inspections, daily plant walk-throughs, and report hazards for direction by the EH&S Manager. The role includes inspecting the HAZWASTE Central Accumulation Area, PPE, and safety equipment, plus leading training on hazardous waste handling and emergency procedures.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of manufacturing experience, a high school diploma or GED, and strong knowledge of regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years manufacturing experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and understand safety and regulatory documents.
• Ability to train staff on hazardous waste handling, spill response and emergency procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform periodic facility walk-throughs to identify hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct training on hazardous waste handling, spill response and emergency procedures; schedule regulatory training (DOT, RCRA, HAZWOPER).
• Classify and manage hazardous waste streams; maintain PPE and safety equipment inspections; coordinate with waste disposal vendors.

Skills

HazMat handling

Safety inspections

Training/delivery

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

I. Job Profile

Job Title: Hazmat Specialist

Department: EHS

Direct Supervisor: EHS Environmental Supervisor

Direct Subordinates: None

II. Job Summary

The Hazmat Specialist reports directly to the EHS Environmental Supervisor, performing safety inspections, daily walk throughs in the plant to observe and correct unsafe behaviors. The incumbents are to report serious safety hazards to the Manager to seek their direction and guidance in resolving the hazard(s). The Specialist will be responsible to conduct daily inspections of the HAZWASTE Central Accumulation Area as well as all Satillite Accumulation Areas. The Hazmat Specialist will be responsible for inspection of PPE, safety equipment and special projects as assigned. Specific reports to be designated as needed by the EH&S Manager.

III. Job Functions and Duties

1. Perform periodic facility walk-thrus:

• 1.1 Complete scheduled walk-thrus of the HWCAA & SAA's on a daily basis.
• 1.2 Observe work environment for environmental or safety hazards.
• 1.3 Provide corrective actions to eliminate hazard.
• 1.4 Report any unusual environmental or safety issues to the EH&S Specialists for review and direction.
• 1.5 Document hazards, corrective actions, and status of hazards.

2. Conduct training as needed:

• 2.1 Become familiar with training materials to be an effective trainer.
• 2.2 Conduct training for staff on hazardous waste handling, spill response and emergency procedures.
• 2.3 Schedule and coordinate regulatory required trainings such as DOT, RCRA, HAZWOPER.
• 2.4 Conduct testing to validate understanding.
• 2.5 Maintain attendance list of all employees.

3. Conduct hygiene testing as needed:

• 3.1 Review schedule of hygiene sampling list.
• 3.2 Complete sampling by target date.
• 3.3 Classify and properly identify hazardous waste streams, including proper labeling. Waste profiling for disposal.
• 3.4 Maintain proper storage conditions for hazardous waste including segregations, secondary containment and temperature controls.
• 3.5 Coordinate with certified waste disposal companies for safe and compliant waste disposal.
• 3.6 Implement waste minimization programs to reduce hazardous waste generation.
• 3.7 Monitor waste streams for opportunities to reuse, recycle and recover materials.
• 3.8 Develop and implement emergency response plans for spills and other incidents.

4. Record Keeping:

• 4.1 Maintain Daily HWCAA Temperature logs on file.
• 4.2 Maintain all DOT transportation record forms on file for 3 years.
• 4.3 Maintain all EPA (RCRA) records and forms on file for 3 years.
• 4.4 Maintain any other records or forms required by regulatory requirements.

5. Assist EHS management in achieving and maintain ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications. Aim to continually improve the EHS management systems.

6. Other duties as assigned.

7. Nothing in the Position Description restricts management's right to assign or re-assign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

IⅤ. Qualification

Job Requirements

Language: Languages spoken commonly in the workplace are English and/or Mandarin. Ability to read, understand and comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to speak effectively and interact with other team members, engineers, leadership and customers.

Experience: 1 to 3 years manufacturing experience and /or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

Education: High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).

Physical Condition: The employee is regularly required o stand for long periods. Duties include turning at the waist, reaching, bending, squatting and lifting up to 50 pounds. Ability to pass static strength requirements (grip). Visual acuity including, but not limited to:

• a. NEAR ACUITY - Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less. Use this factor when special and minute accuracy is demanded.
• b. FAR ACUITY - Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more. Use this factor when visual efficiency in terms of far acuity is required in day and night/dark conditions.
• c. DEPTH PERCEPTION - Three-dimensional vision. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are.
• d. COLOR VISION - Ability to identify and distinguish colors.
• e. FIELD OF VISION - Observing an area that can be seen up and down or to right or left while eyes are fixed on a given point.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Safety requirements for this position are safety glasses, hearing protection and steel-toed work boots.

Other Requirements:

• MATHEMATICAL SKILLS - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• REASONING ABILITY - Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables.
• COMPUTER SKILLS - Knowledge of and familiarity manufacturing software.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities utilized on the job: Professional Knowledge, Skills. Strong collaboration, leadership, teamwork, interpersonal relations/communications, customer focus, influencing/impact skills required.

Must be self-starter and demonstrate strong sense of initiative.

Supporting EH&S programs to assure compliance for the plant. Willingness to support other locations as needed.

Supporting initiative to form working relationship with Operations resulting in measurable success.

Federal, state and local regulations; and ability to seek them in detail if needed and not known.

Training Required: EHS Policy

New hire Orientation

RCRA, OSHA, DOT training certificates, OSHA 30-hour Certification, ISO 14001 Auditor certification.

Fall protection, confined space, ARC flash

Obtain CPR/AED/First Aid Certification

V. Work Environment

Bright, clean and well-ventilated office building. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Safety requirements for this position are safety glasses and steel-toed work boots.

VI. Key Performance Indicators

Evaluates Saa areas and maintains compliance, Weekly Central Accumulation Area Inspections, EHS Project Assignments, ISO 14001 Conformance, Incident Investigation Closure Rate.