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

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