Approvals Chemist - 19915

Approvals Chemist- TalentZok 

OVERVIEW  

Are you looking for a new career opportunity with an exciting company?! Then we've got the right team for you! In this role, you're responsible for the duties listed below.  

Immediate opening for an Approvals Chemist Sacramento, CA who possesses:  

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science or chemistry preferred
• 1+ years of experience working in an environment with hazardous chemicals is required 
• Must have great time management skills 

Email resumes to trent@talentzok.com or call 858.376.5078 

FULL DESCRIPTION: Responsible for inbound and outbound profiling and Lab Pack (paper pack) for Northern California branches. Develop strategies to maximum waste routing through the ACT logistics network. Centralize and standardize waste profiling for the company. Grow and maintain relationship with our key disposal vendors.

The selected candidate will be responsible for: 

• Profiling of waste streams throughout Northern California branches, with local Branch support
• Follow Corporate profile and Lab Pack Procedure
• Analytical lab results technical support may be required for TSDF approval
• Serve as a central internal point of contact for general information pertaining to key disposal vendors, including waste acceptance criteria and capabilities; profiling requirements; and pricing
• Develop corporate strategies related to waste routing and disposal options
• Codes CUS and profile requests for best option-Works directly with Director of Materials Management or Regional Sales Manager to balance best price, routing optimization, relationship etc.
• Participate in the management of the intercompany & vendor profile database
• Educate and train Branch business group personnel on proper profiling and disposal selection
• Profiling and consultative support on all high-haz and difficult to manage waste streams
• Data Administration into Corporate and Vendor data base is required
  • Enter Profile and Lab Pack info into Corporate Data Base 
  • Enviroware
  • ACTenviro Server
  • Microsoft Teams 
  • Vendor (TSDF) 
• Enter TSDF Product code in EW
  • If Product code does not exist, email Branch Biller to request one
  • Product Code and disposal cost added in EW 
• Confers with the client and sales to obtain accurate and complete information to properly characterize waste
• Supports Corporate strategies related to waste routing and disposal options
• Provides technical guidance related to RCRA (40CFR), DOT (49CFR), Waste characterization and Waste regulation in response to internal needs and client requests
• Understand, accept, and support ACT's core values and ProACTive Safety Program 
• Performs additional tasks as assigned 

The selected candidate will also possess: 

• Knowledge of safety/compliance regulations in industry
• Knowledge of hazardous materials/waste industry
• Excellent verbal, written, listening, persuasion and interpersonal skills
• Thoroughness and attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• A strong work ethic and positive, supportive attitude. Ability to be a self-starter, manage multiple priorities and manage details
• Strong customer service orientation 
• Safety-conscious
• Ability to work extended hours when needed 
• Understanding of ACTenviro Core Values (Safety, Family, Professionalism, Customer Commitment, and Forward Thinking)
• Ability to regularly lift more than 50 pounds
• Ability to successfully pass pre-employment background check, physical, and drug screen
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or related curriculum
• 10 plus year experience in hazardous materials/waste industry
• Extensive knowledge with RCRA and DOT regulations
• Successfully completed HAZWOPER 40 hour and DOT HM-181 courses (must have copies of certificates)

Salary Range: $36-$43/hr
For immediate and confidential consideration, please email your resume to trent@talentzok.com or call 858.376.5078. More information can be found at www.talentzok.com