Regulated Waste Compliance Specialist

Amazon Inc.; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Inc. seeks a Risk Specialist I to oversee regulated waste compliance across multiple California sites. You will implement compliance plans, track obligations to closure, and partner with operations teams to meet milestones.

You will inspect sites, maintain hazardous waste records, surface gaps with data, and communicate regulatory requirements to site leaders and legal stakeholders. This role demands sound judgment in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in environmental compliance, regulated waste management, or workplace risk investigations.
• Experience interpreting and applying environmental regulations (RCRA, DOT, and applicable state hazardous waste rules).
• Experience collecting and analyzing data to identify compliance gaps and drive corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Own the execution and delivery of regulated waste compliance projects and activities, including SOPs, workflows, and inspection routines.
• Apply risk management methods such as waste compliance audits and site inspections to monitor thresholds and take corrective actions.
• Collaborate with site teams, compliance operations, and partners to clarify requirements and drive consensus.
• Identify process improvements to reduce risk and increase efficiency.
• Prepare clear documentation and metrics for stakeholders.
• Travel up to 50% of the time.

Skills

Regulated waste knowledge

Data analysis

Regulatory interpretation

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) or related field

Master's degree in Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

Amazon Inc. seeks a Risk Specialist I to oversee regulated waste compliance across multiple California sites. You will implement compliance plans, track obligations to closure, and partner with operations teams to meet milestones.

You will inspect sites, maintain hazardous waste records, surface gaps with data, and communicate regulatory requirements to site leaders and legal stakeholders. This role demands sound judgment in a fast-paced environment.