The Planet Group is hiring: Environmental Waste Coordinator in Columbus

Overview

Environmental Coordinator at a large pharmaceuticals facility in Columbus, OH. This is a 4-month contract or contract-to-hire position, with the potential to convert to direct hire. Location: Columbus, OH (Easton Commons). Starting pay up to $26/hr depending on experience. 1st shift: 8:00am–4:30pm.

Responsibilities

• Hazardous waste inspections
• Regularly prepare chemical and biological waste for shipment and disposal, including creation of all federal/state waste documents and management of related paperwork
• Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations (RCRA and DOT)
• Material handling within client sites and transfer/end disposal facilities
• Safe handling of hazardous waste containers and loading/unloading of waste from vehicles
• Packaging and prepping hazardous waste for shipment
• Spill response measures and potential lead on cleanup efforts
• Engage with client representatives with a professional attitude and high-energy communication
• Apply state/federal regulations and EHS standards; maintain high waste management proficiency
• Train clients on chemical safety and hazardous waste management
• Attend client operations meetings
• Train new team members

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience related to environmental waste management (preferably in an environment involving hazardous waste)
• Experience with RCRA, waste profiling/characterization, scheduling, manifesting, DOT labeling, recycling, shipping
• Experience visiting labs and handling waste in Biosafety Level 2 environments
• Ability to work at multiple buildings; travel to labs and perform waste handling activities

Employment Details

• Job type: Contract or Contract to Hire (currently set for 4 months, may go direct hire)
• Seniority level: Associate
• Job function: Project Management

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