Hazmat Technician

Description

Position Summary:

To achieve EHS compliance and perform daily functions according to training and SOP’s

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
• Adhere to all company policies.
• Dump waste and garbage hoppers into compactor and dumpsters.
• Manage the Hazardous Waste, Chemical Storage, Trash & Compactor areas.
• Distribute and track usage of Acrastrip 800 Tool Cleaner & ProSolve Fast Cleaner to Lamination.
• Distribute secondary chemical labels as needed to all departments.
• Conduct inspections of Forklifts, Eyewash Stations, Fire Extinguishers, Spill Kits, Hazmat area, etc.
• Complete all necessary paperwork
• Manage all production equipment chemical distribution: MEKP, drummed chemical, etc.
• Puncture & dispose of aerosol cans per regulations and training.
• Participate in Forklift Training, Safety Training, and MEKP Training.
• Participate in Hazardous Waste, RCRA, and DOT Training as required by law.
• Manage safe curing and catalyzation of lamination chemicals.
• Assist with resin deliveries as needed.
• Follow SOP’s for waste handling and disposal.
• Schedule and prepare empty drums for recycling every 1-3 days.
• Maintain storm drains.
• Maintain proper housekeeping of work area, storage cabinets, supplies, and equipment.
• Complete tasks & projects in allotted time.
• Performs all waste minimization practices.
• Maintain hazmat logs.
• Ensure all hot material, garbage, and recyclable material is removed from the plant prior to the end of the shift daily.
• All other duties as required.
  
  

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Able to follow instructions.
• Safety & Quality minded during all tasks.
• Dexterous.
• Forklift certification is required.
• Hazmat training preferred but not required.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Standing/walking for long period of times.
• Bending, kneeling (squatting), lifting, twisting continuously throughout the day.
• The ability to lift to 50lbs.
  
  

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job (i.e.; heat/cold, dust/dampness, height; chemical; noise, dusty environment) PPE requirements are included. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Safety glasses must be always worn.