Packaging Technician

Job TitleResponsible for performing a variety of routine hazardous and non-hazardous waste tasks in the movement of solids and liquids.Primary Duties/ResponsibilitiesLoad and unload various size containers (totes, drums, tankers, trailers. etc.)Construct boxes and/or fiber containers and stacks, labels, and loads containers.Use a variety of tools such as impact wrenches, shovels, jackhammers, etc.Transport hazardous waste materials from storage facilities within the facility as directed.Decontaminate and dispose of empty drums and/or containers according to RCRA and disposal guidelines.Assist in completing all necessary paperwork for processing materials to include transportation of materials to and from various locations.Perform general housekeeping duties.Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area.Inspection material handling equipment as directed.Assist in the loading/unloading of hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials at designated sites utilizing appropriate equipment for which you are appropriately trained.Repack material into containers per repack plan to prepare for incineration.Depack material into smaller charges to prepare for incineration.Other duties as assigned such as use of mobile and stationary scanners for waste tracking purposesQualificationsEducation/Experience/Background: High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) preferredPrior work experience of 3 to 6 months in the hazardous waste or chemical industry in a related position with proficiency in handling forklifts and a variety of tools preferredKnowledge/Skills/Abilities: Ability to communicate through reading and writingTrained in the use of material handling equipmentRequired Certification/Licenses/Training: 40-Hour HAZWOPER training preferredSuccessful completion of Material Handler TrainingAdditional InformationOur employees are covered by comprehensive benefits packages including paid time off policies; health, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement plans, savings accounts; tuition reimbursement; paid volunteering and more.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.