Samsung SDS
General Affairs Specialist (Recycling)
Samsung SDS, Newberry, South Carolina, United States, 29108
Position Summary
This role is responsible for overall General Affairs duties regarding improving the contract management services, vendor management, and budgeting. This position pays invoices, heavily focuses on recycling and works on projects with the manager to improve processes.
Role And Responsibilities
Manage contracts with external service vendors for recycling including facility management. Process invoices monthly and analyze cost trends to ensure efficient resource allocation. Coordinate facilities maintenance activities to ensure smooth production operations. Assist with special projects aimed at improving processes and supporting workforce needs. Develop and implement recycling plans, goals, and initiatives to minimize waste and achieve zero landfill objectives and encourage program participation and compliance. Draft and implement operations budget; complete paperwork, recordkeeping, or monitoring required for grant‑funded projects. Oversee recycling pickup and drop‑off programs, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Optimize recycling collection schedules to enhance service quality and efficiency. Assign technicians and drivers to routes and coordinate shipments of recyclable materials to processing companies or shipping brokers. Investigate violations of recycling and solid waste management programs. Set recycling initiatives in the community to encourage participation and compliance. Process invoices monthly, track cost trends, and prepare daily/weekly reports on log receipts. Maintain and calibrate scales semi-annually, monitoring daily weights to track trends. Ensure recycling staff members receive up-to-date safety training. Perform maintenance, installation, repair, and upkeep of recycling machinery and equipment. Responsible for operating systems such as: NERP, BQMS, ECMS and VERS. Coordinate recycling collection schedules with vendors to optimize service quality and efficiency. Communicate plant safety rules to all truck drivers. Conduct preventive maintenance according to manufacturer recommendations. Assist with event planning for the facility. Perform all other duties as assigned by management. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to sustainability, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree in business or related field preferred. Experience
0‑2 years of experience managing contracted vendors, including budgeting, quality reviews, and invoicing. Knowledge
Knowledge of waste management best practices. Skills
Proficient in MS Office applications, time management, problem solving, communication, and leadership skills. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Global role but will not work directly with HQ. Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods of walking, sitting at a desk, and working on a computer. All employees must be able to lift up to 35 pounds. Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to employing a diverse workforce, and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Seniority Level
Not Applicable Employment type
Full-time Job function
Other, Information Technology, and Management Industries
Computers and Electronics Manufacturing
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Manage contracts with external service vendors for recycling including facility management. Process invoices monthly and analyze cost trends to ensure efficient resource allocation. Coordinate facilities maintenance activities to ensure smooth production operations. Assist with special projects aimed at improving processes and supporting workforce needs. Develop and implement recycling plans, goals, and initiatives to minimize waste and achieve zero landfill objectives and encourage program participation and compliance. Draft and implement operations budget; complete paperwork, recordkeeping, or monitoring required for grant‑funded projects. Oversee recycling pickup and drop‑off programs, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Optimize recycling collection schedules to enhance service quality and efficiency. Assign technicians and drivers to routes and coordinate shipments of recyclable materials to processing companies or shipping brokers. Investigate violations of recycling and solid waste management programs. Set recycling initiatives in the community to encourage participation and compliance. Process invoices monthly, track cost trends, and prepare daily/weekly reports on log receipts. Maintain and calibrate scales semi-annually, monitoring daily weights to track trends. Ensure recycling staff members receive up-to-date safety training. Perform maintenance, installation, repair, and upkeep of recycling machinery and equipment. Responsible for operating systems such as: NERP, BQMS, ECMS and VERS. Coordinate recycling collection schedules with vendors to optimize service quality and efficiency. Communicate plant safety rules to all truck drivers. Conduct preventive maintenance according to manufacturer recommendations. Assist with event planning for the facility. Perform all other duties as assigned by management. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to sustainability, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree in business or related field preferred. Experience
0‑2 years of experience managing contracted vendors, including budgeting, quality reviews, and invoicing. Knowledge
Knowledge of waste management best practices. Skills
Proficient in MS Office applications, time management, problem solving, communication, and leadership skills. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Global role but will not work directly with HQ. Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods of walking, sitting at a desk, and working on a computer. All employees must be able to lift up to 35 pounds. Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to employing a diverse workforce, and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Seniority Level
Not Applicable Employment type
Full-time Job function
Other, Information Technology, and Management Industries
Computers and Electronics Manufacturing
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