Environmental Project Manager (Waste)

We are partnering with our client to find an Environmental Project Manager who has experience in the management of both hazardous and non-hazardous materials. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-growth company with plenty of room for advancement! Compensation is between $70K and $80K with the opportunity for an increase to that range based on the ideal candidate's experience.

Title:

Environmental Project Manager (Waste)

Location:

Chicago, IL Pay:

$70,000•$80,000

Shift:

Mon•Fri, 8a•430p

Direct Hire General Description:

Coordinates all on/off activities in relation to the storage, transportation and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous wastes and other related services following Federal, state and local regulations Typical Duties include: Segregate, sort and verify packaging for off-site waste shipments in accordance with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requirements Perform and document daily equipment inspection prior to use Clean/maintain organization and compliance of 180-day Accumulation Area, including sweeping the floor, mopping the floor, labeling drums, checking to ensure drums are closed properly Assist Environmental with response to chemical spill incidents by placing adsorbents on liquids, sweeping or vacuuming solids and containerizing cleaned up materials for proper disposal Assist Project Manager with daily supply delivery, waste pick up and waste organ Perform monthly SPCC Inspections Perform inspections of waste storage areas, and emergency equipment, taking corrective action to eliminate deficiencies identified during the inspection Inventory and Inspections of Waste Spill Kits. Refilling Spill Kits when necessary Document and inform Resource Manager of any contamination in plant's recycling and waste containers Maintain necessary documentation of waste inventories, inspections and other activities as required Collect batteries from around the R D sites, then sort the batteries by DOT designations into proper containers, labeling & dating the containers Collect recyclables throughout the plant and transports to disposal container or storage room

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree preferred or environmental experience Experience working in a manufacturing organization is required Positive customer service and social skills Previous experience in the hazardous and solid waste industry preferred Proficient in Microsoft Office applications #LI-CD1 #EEM