Depack Chemist

As a Depack Chemist you will be responsible for providing assistance in the coordination and proper disposal of waste materials for Arcwood customers. This position oversees various tasks including collection, segregation, processing and supporting documentation of waste activity.

• Prioritizes health and safety by adhering to policies, processes, and maintaining safe practices at all times
• Assists in the segregation of chemicals by Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). class and packs/unpacks compatible chemicals into appropriate containers and prepares them for treatment or transport; completes all necessary documentation per job
• Completes logs and other documentation necessary for tracking and billing purposes
• Tests compatibility of chemicals prior to consolidating for disposal; combines chemicals in drums or disposes of them directly into treatment tanks
• Receives shipments of waste materials by unloading drums containing smaller lab packs; reviews packing slips to verify amount and type of waste received
• Maintains operating areas, walls, pipes, and floors in a clean and safe condition
• Operates and performs inspections for fork trucks, bobcats with attachments and other Company vehicles as needed
• Utilizes introductory knowledge of hazardous chemicals, hazardous waste generation, management practices and shipping related procedures
• Handles hazardous materials and utilizes appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed, including boots, gloves, suits, eye/ear protection and a respirator
• Takes on additional duties as assigned to support the team and organization

• Bachelor’s degree (required); science-related discipline (preferred)
• 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification (preferred)

• In lieu of degree 4+ years of related environmental waste experience (required)
• Prior lab packing experience (preferred)

Arcwood offers competitive pay and bonus incentives. Benefits include choice of medical, dental, and vision plans, flexible spending or health savings accounts, employee and dependent life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401(k) savings plan with 7% company match, and tuition reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans & Disabilities

A post-offer drug screen and background check will be required.