Waste Technician
Quick Summary
Waste Technician collecting, sorting, and disposing of facility waste materials at a 530,000 sq. ft. manufacturing site in compliance with environmental regulations.
Skills & Keywords
Key Responsibilities
- Collect, segregate, and transport waste materials from designated production, warehouse, office, and common areas.
- Monitor and empty bins for general trash, scrap, recyclable materials (e.g., cardboard, plastics, metals), and hazardous waste according to disposal schedules.
- Operate waste compactors, balers, and forklifts/pallet jacks to move waste safely within the facility.
- Label, package, and store hazardous and regulated waste according to company and legal standards (EPA, RCRA, DOT).
- Maintain detailed records of waste volumes, manifests, pickup schedules, and disposal methods.
- Assist with inspections, audits, and reporting related to waste disposal compliance.
- Ensure waste accumulation areas are clean, organized, and in compliance with safety and environmental policies.
- Support environmental programs, including spill prevention and emergency response.
- Coordinate pickups with third-party waste disposal vendors and recycling partners.
- Monitor and report container capacity, material types, and contamination issues.
- Suggest improvements in waste reduction, recycling, and sustainability initiatives.
- Communicate with production and maintenance teams to stay updated on changing waste generation needs.
- Industrial environment with exposure to dust, noise, temperature fluctuations, and mechanical equipment.
- May involve handling materials classified under DOT/EPA regulations.
- PPE is required at all times (gloves, safety glasses, steel-toed boots, etc.)
Requirements
- 1-3 years’ experience in a manufacturing technician environment
- 1-3 years' forklift operations experience
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Experience in contract manufacturing and industrial manufacturing environments
- 1-3 years of Waste Management experience
- OSHA 10/30 certification.
- HAZWOPER (40-hour) or equivalent hazardous waste handling training.
Compensation & Benefits
Total rewards package
GTI offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support employees and their families while providing long-term career growth opportunities within a fast-growing manufacturing organization. Benefits may include:
Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on position, location, and employment classification.
Benefits included
GTI promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes. We also value the safety of all employees and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.
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A metal fabrication company providing custom fabrication services.
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