Environmental Technician - Solid Waste

LANXESS • El Dorado, AR

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About The Position

The Environmental Technician – Solid Waste manages hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams, coordinating waste from generation through storage and final off-site shipment. The role conducts waste-area inspections and environmental compliance checks throughout the site, and prepares and maintains waste documentation, including waste profiles, analytical results, manifests, SAP entries, purchase requisitions, inspection records, and other required environmental records.

The technician helps ensure compliance with RCRA and applicable state regulations covering waste handling, storage, transportation, and disposal. The position coordinates with disposal facilities, waste transporters, industrial service providers, and suppliers to support proper waste management. It also supports environmental and site programs such as sustainability initiatives, audits, PHAs, SOP reviews, PSSRs, MOCs, and other compliance and improvement activities.

The role supports responses to environmental and operational issues, including emergency response, troubleshooting, remediation, and identifying and correcting potential compliance issues. LANXESS describes itself as a specialty chemicals company with about 12,000 employees in 32 countries and highlights its sustainability commitments, employee development, flexibility, and inclusive workplace.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of RCRA and hazardous waste management.
• Strong documentation, organizational, and recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and a compliance-focused mindset.
• Computer and business-systems proficiency, including ability to learn SAP.
• Strong industrial safety mindset and commitment to safe work practices.
• Strong communication and coordination skills, including the ability to work effectively across multiple groups.

Nice To Haves

• Environmental and/or waste management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate hazardous and non-hazardous waste from generation through storage and final off-site shipment.
• Conduct waste-area inspections and environmental compliance checks throughout the site.
• Prepare and maintain waste profiles, analytical results, manifests, SAP entries, purchase requisitions, inspection records, and other required environmental records.
• Help ensure compliance with RCRA and applicable state regulations for waste handling, storage, transportation, and disposal.
• Coordinate with disposal facilities, waste transporters, industrial service providers, and suppliers to manage waste properly.
• Support sustainability initiatives, audits, PHAs, SOP reviews, PSSRs, MOCs, and other site compliance and improvement activities.
• Support emergency response, troubleshooting, remediation activities, and identification and correction of potential compliance issues.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package, including a global bonus program.
• Retirement plans, health programs, life insurance, and medical care.
• Support for work-life balance and flexible working arrangements through the global Xwork program.
• Professional and personal development through formal and informal education, training, and knowledge-building opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed