Hazardous Materials Handler

We are seeking a Hazardous Materials Handler to join our EHS team. This role will play a critical part in ensuring hazardous materials are handled and processed safely and with the highest level of environmental stewardship. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to keep high-precision manufacturing processes running smoothly and safely. As a Hazardous Materials Handler you will be responsible for safe, compliant handling of regulated wastes as well as working throughout the business to ensure occupational safety and health requirements are met.

• Cradle-to-grave handling of regulated wastes in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements.

• Conduct occupational safety inspections and interventions utilizing safety inspection software in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements.

• Implement industrial hygiene requirements such as (but not limited to): chemical exposure identification/control, noise monitoring, and respiratory protection

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls 
• At least 1 year of experience handling, packaging, and shipping regulated wastes.
• Experience with chemical segregation including (but not limited to) flammables, corrosives, reactive materials.
• Experience operating material handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment including (but not limited to) respiratory protection, flame-resistant uniform, and safety toe shoes.
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, customers, and suppliers to ensure EHS requirements are met.
• Clear communication and documentation skills to effectively log environmental compliance data, occupational safety inspections, and implemented corrective actions.
• Working knowledge of regulations governing regulated waste such as (but not limited to): Resource Conservation & Recovery Act (RCRA 40 CFR).
• General knowledge of occupational safety requirements (29 CFR 1910) such as (but not limited to): lockout/tagout, electrical safety, personal protective equipment, fall protection, and confined spaces.

• Experience in the additive manufacturing industry.
• Current certifications for: RCRA (California and federal) and Department of Transportation (DOT)
• Experience with Microsoft, Excel and general computer efficiency for documentation of records.

• This role is based in a dynamic manufacturing environment with exposure to production areas, quality & material labs, and office settings.
• Position requires frequent standing, walking, or lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Mon-Fri (8am-5:30pm) Occasional coverage over 3-day weekends.
• From time to time, you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected.