Depack Chemist

Arcwood Environmental, LLC•East Liverpool, OH

20d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Depack Chemist, you will be responsible for providing assistance in the coordination and proper disposal of waste materials for Arcwood customers. This position oversees various tasks including collection, segregation, processing, and supporting documentation of waste activity. You will prioritize health and safety by adhering to policies, processes, and maintaining safe practices at all times. You will assist in the segregation of chemicals by Department of Transportation (DOT) hazard class and pack/unpack compatible chemicals into appropriate containers, preparing them for treatment or transport. This role also involves completing all necessary documentation per job, database logs, and other documentation necessary for tracking and billing purposes. You will review the compatibility of chemicals per inventory sheets prior to shipment of labpack containers and answer customer questions on a daily basis via phone or email. This position utilizes introductory knowledge of hazardous chemicals, hazardous waste generation, management practices, and shipping-related procedures. You will handle hazardous materials and utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed, including boots, gloves, suits, eye/ear protection, and a respirator. Additionally, you will take on additional duties as assigned to support the team and organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (required); science-related discipline (preferred)
40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification (preferred)
In lieu of degree 4+ years of related environmental waste experience (required)
Prior lab packing experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

Prioritizes health and safety by adhering to policies, processes, and maintaining safe practices at all times
Assists in the segregation of chemicals by Department of Transportation (DOT) hazard class and packs/unpacks compatible chemicals into appropriate containers and prepares them for treatment or transport; completes all necessary documentation per job
Completes database logs and other documentation necessary for tracking and billing purposes
Reviews compatibility of chemicals per inventory sheets prior to shipment of labpack containers.
Answers customer questions on a daily basis via phone or email.
Utilizes introductory knowledge of hazardous chemicals, hazardous waste generation, management practices and shipping related procedures.
Handles hazardous materials and utilizes appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed, including boots, gloves, suits, eye/ear protection and a respirator
Takes on additional duties as assigned to support the team and organization