Lab Pack Chemist I

Enviri Corporation•Kansas City, MO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lab Pack Chemist I performs various assigned tasks and physical labor to ensure proper off-site treatment and disposal of customers’ hazardous waste materials in accordance with environmentally responsible and cost-effective practices and Clean Earth policies, practices, and procedures.

Requirements

Must be 21 years of age in accordance with FMCSA guidelines
Driver’s license with safe driving record and ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License within 6 months of hire
Current Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MEC) and valid TWIC card or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
HAZMAT and/or Tanker endorsement or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
Completion of 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training
40 hours of de-packing experience
Basic understanding of chemistry through general chemistry or biology
Familiarity with EPA and DOT guidelines
Ability to operate powered equipment such as a forklift
Ability to operate a computer with Windows-based programs
Strong communication skills and ability to politely deal with customers and team members
Ability to work independently and resolve issues with minimal direction
Ability to pass a DOT physical, drug test, and/or DEA background check
Ability to complete Clean Earth Lab Pack Training/Onboarding (24 hours) after hire
Ability to read a map
Fluency in verbal and written English

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in area of General Science
Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred

Responsibilities

Handle hazardous materials including inventorying, identifying, segregating, and packaging waste material in accordance with Lab Pack policies, procedures and practices and all applicable regulations.
Perform onsite services which may include waste collection, consolidation (i.e., bulking, repackaging), sampling, safety/compliance inspections, and other related activities required by the customer/contract.
Assist other business groups, i.e., de-pack, retail and HHW, for both internally and onsite as needed.
Prepare shipment of packaged waste by inspecting, labeling, marking, and loading into the transport vehicle.
Complete documentation including shipping papers, Land Disposal Restrictions (LDRs) accurately and timely.
Manage evaluations, certifications, and other required documentation in accordance with appropriate regulations and procedures.
Report any incidents, injuries or safety concerns to management in a timely manner.
Adhere to and abide by CE safety and security policies and procedures (e.g. Cardinal Rules, Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), and Transportation Manual).
Other duties and responsibilities as reasonably assigned by management.