Vacancy Name Environmental Waste Facilitator
Vacancy No VN396
Department EH&S
Location Zeeland
Employment Type Full-Time
Company Overview Aurorium is the materials innovation partner that helps global manufacturers harness the power of possibility to make the world a better place. Their specialty ingredients and high-performance materials enhance quality of life, support health and wellness, and enable customers to deliver value-added solutions.
Key industries served include healthcare, personal & home care, mobility, infrastructure, and paper & packaging. A Responsible Care company, Aurorium follows the highest regulatory standards across all manufacturing facilities. The company's global integrated supply chain offers the customer product consistency, easy access, supply security, and reasonable turnaround on delivery. Aurorium is committed to operating at the highest levels of manufacturing consistency, quality control, and safety.
Description This position is responsible for coordinating the identification, storage, and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste to ensure compliance with RCRA, DOT, DEA, IATA, and NRC requirements.
Job Details Role Specific Responsibilities :
- Manages daily waste movements at site from process areas to proper drum / tote locations
- Performs routine sampling and assists with wastewater / stormwater management
- Unloads incoming bulk raw materials in tankers
- Ensures proper housekeeping of all areas
- Maintains an accurate daily inventory of all on-site waste and keeps detailed records
- Assists EHS team with managing waste inventory to stay compliant with all federal and state permits, licenses, and regulations
- Manages shipments of all hazardous and non-hazardous waste
- Performs various waste processing activities including elementary neutralization of key streams. Ensure proper determination of waste after processing
- Performs trials on various streams to limit quantity of hazardous waste
- Ensures profiles of new wastes are generated as part of new product introduction process
- Coordinates emergency spill response
- Contributes to Site / Corporate projects and initiatives
- Performs daily environmental rounds
- Participates as an active member of the Safety Committee
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Compliance :
Complies with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures, and arrangementsReports all Health, Safety and Environmental accidents, incidents and near misses promptlyActs in a safe and responsible manner at all timesProblem Solving and Innovation :
Active participation in continuous improvement activitiesParticipates in problem-solvingTakes responsibility and ownership for own learning and development in the spirit of continuous improvement of both self and the businessAssists in the training, mentoring, and assessment of other team membersExercises autonomy and judgement subject to overall direction or guidanceKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
High School Diploma or equivalent requiredDOT RCRA trainingHazMat trainedWaste Water Certification - preferredStormwater Certification - preferredKnowledge of SPCC Plans - preferredStrong communication, organization, documentation skills, and attention to detail with the ability to adapt quickly to changing business needs and prioritiesSelf-motivated and ability to work within a fast-paced environmentAbility to execute strenuous, sometimes repetitive physical work such as lifting, pushing or pulling objects up to 50 pounds, working outside in all weather conditions, climbing ladders, etc.Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel are essentialMaintains current RCRA, DOT, and HAZWOPER trainingsEmbodies the core values of Aurorium :credible : keeps their word and honors their commitments, acts with integrity, and holds themselves accountable to their decisions and actionsoutcome-oriented : adheres to an unparalleled standard of excellence in everything they do, to deliver results with real impactdriven : passionate about delivering authentic, world-class experiences that engage customers and inspire greatnessempowered accountability : empowered to achieve common goals and accountable for delivering performances and results that exceed standard.If you have the energy, drive, and passion for joining the Aurorium team, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!
Aurorium offers competitive total compensation packages, including benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k), disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, paid time off, and paid holidays.
Aurorium is a global Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of and will not be discriminated against based on gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability status, genetic information, or any other protected category. #LI-Onsite
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