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Environmental Coordinator

Pontiac, MI 48340

Posted: 09/20/2023 Employment Type: Contract To Hire Job Category: Environmental Job Number: 579418 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description

Our client is looking for Environmental Coordinators to sit within a manufacturing facility and consult with them on the handling of their waste and environmental compliances. This person will coordinate all onsite activities at locations in relation to the storage, transportation and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous wastes and other related services following Federal, state and local regulations. Serves as liaison between client and vendors in relation to service issues. Maintains pre-established standards for safety and environmental compliance.

DUTIES INCLUDE:
  • Coordinate logistics for hazardous waste, universal waste and non-hazardous waste from client site including characterizing, profiling, scheduling, manifesting and loading waste
  • Comply with management system policies and procedures
  • Manage client and vendor financial obligations including invoicing, reporting, record keeping and contract management
  • Promote culture of safety by ensuring site personnel are properly trained to perform assigned duties and comply with safety, environmental, Federal, state and local regulations
  • Proactively work with client to establish reuse, reduction, and recycling options that aid in achieving waste targets
  • Track production, waste and budget variances and routinely communicate status with client and Regional Manager
  • Read and interpret analytical data used to characterize waste streams
  • Identify out of scope and episodic projects, work with your Regional Manager and client to quote project and profile material prior to providing service
  • Maintain environmental compliance by conducting regulatory and client specific inspections and audits applicable to the facility
  • Manage the contract per current budget and seek internal/external cost savings
  • Supervise personnel necessary to fulfill requirements of contract
  • Complete all other assignments made by management and client
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in engineering or related science field, or minimum of  2 years related experience
  • Positive customer service skills
  • Previous experience in the hazardous and solid waste industry
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
  • Must be able to pass appropriate drug test and background check
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
  • RCRA, DOT Hazmat, Hazwoper 40-hour training
  • Certified Hazardous Material Manager (CHMM); desired not mandatory
  • SPCC Storm water operator; desired not mandatory
  • SWPPP experience is a must
  • Other Training: may be required based on client or local/regional requirements

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Planet Forward and The Planet Group of Companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.

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Although this hasn't been an issue at The Planet Group, the staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at The Planet Group.