Sr Hazardous Material Handler

Northrop Grumman • Sunnyvale, CA

391d

About The Position

The Sr Hazardous Material Handler at Northrop Grumman is responsible for the safe handling, categorization, storage, distribution, and shipping of hazardous materials and wastes. This role ensures compliance with environmental regulations and involves working with various hazardous materials while maintaining safety and proper documentation. The position requires a strong understanding of environmental rules and the ability to perform duties that may not always have established procedures.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience handling hazardous materials in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Knowledge of EPA and OSHA regulations related to hazardous waste.
• HAZWOPER 40-hour certification or willingness to obtain immediately.
• Knowledge of proper hazardous waste handling, storage, and disposal procedures.
• Familiarity with Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and hazardous communication standards.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and data entry in compliance software.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb frequently and lift up to 35 pounds throughout the workday.
• United States Citizenship and valid Driver's license.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of HAZWOPER 40-hour certification.
• Completion of DOT HAZMAT certification.
• Prior experience with waste segregation, packaging, and shipment preparation.

Responsibilities

• Handle hazardous materials/wastes to receive, categorize, store, distribute, and ship while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
• Receive work assignments and instructions from the Environmental Affairs Manager and other professionals.
• Be trained and certified in proper handling and mixing of chemicals, respirator training, hazardous waste management, and DOT HM-181 training for hazardous materials shipment.
• Understand and apply environmental regulations for proper processing and handling of materials for storage and shipment.
• Maintain waste containers and complete necessary documentation for inspections or shipments.
• Identify hazardous materials/waste streams and ensure proper categorization to avoid unsafe mixtures.
• Perform environmental tech duties in the absence of the assigned employee.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED