Hazardous Waste Coordinator, Eurofins Environment Testing, Earth City MO

About the role

Eurofins is searching for a Hazardous Waste Coordinator for the laboratory in Earth City, MO. The position is responsible for coordinating the collection, storage, documentation, transportation, and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous wastes generated by laboratory operations. This role ensures compliance with DOT, RCRA, EPA, and applicable state and local regulations while supporting a safe and compliant laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Waste Management and Disposal: Coordinate and perform the collection, storage, segregation, packaging, transportation, and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste generated throughout the laboratory. Serve as the primary owner of day-to-day waste disposal activities for all laboratory departments. Ensure waste streams are properly characterized, labeled, and managed in accordance with regulatory requirements and company procedures. Coordinate waste pickups with approved Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facilities (TSDFs) and ensure waste is shipped within applicable regulatory accumulation time limits.
• Laboratory Waste Disposal Program Management: Manage the complete lifecycle of laboratory-generated waste from point of generation through final disposal. Work directly with analysts, supervisors, and laboratory managers to ensure waste is properly accumulated, stored, and prepared for disposal. Oversee disposal activities for hazardous waste, non-hazardous waste, solvents, acids, caustics, laboratory chemicals, soil samples, laboratory glass, and other regulated waste streams. Monitor waste inventories and storage capacities while ensuring uninterrupted disposal services that support laboratory operations.
• Compliance and Documentation: Maintain waste disposal records in a complete, accurate, and legally defensible manner. Prepare and manage manifests, land disposal restriction forms, certificates of destruction, waste profiles, POTW documentation, shipping records, and other required regulatory documents. Maintain waste tracking systems and generate reports necessary for internal management and regulatory compliance. Track waste generation volumes and disposal activities for corporate and regulatory reporting purposes.
• Inspections and Corrective Actions: Conduct weekly inspections of satellite accumulation areas and hazardous waste storage locations to verify compliance with environmental regulations and company requirements. Document inspection findings, distribute reports to laboratory leadership and EH&S personnel, and track corrective actions through completion. Ensure waste storage areas remain compliant, organized, and inspection-ready at all times.
• Chemical and Special Waste Management: Package expired, obsolete, and surplus chemicals for transportation and disposal in accordance with applicable regulations. Coordinate chemical lab packs and drum shipments for incineration or other approved disposal methods. Manage the disposal of soil samples and other specialty waste streams through return to client, landfill disposal, or TSDF processing as appropriate. Evaluate disposal options to ensure compliance while controlling disposal costs.
• Spill Response and Emergency Preparedness: Coordinate spill response activities involving hazardous waste storage and handling areas. Complete required incident documentation and assist with corrective action implementation. Maintain spill kits, emergency response equipment, and waste handling supplies. Conduct routine inspections of personal protective equipment and spill control materials and coordinate replacement when necessary.
• Waste Minimization and Environmental Stewardship: Coordinate the site's Waste Minimization Program and assist with the development and implementation of waste reduction initiatives. Track waste generation trends, identify opportunities to reduce disposal costs, and support environmental sustainability objectives. Maintain records associated with waste minimization efforts and prepare periodic reports reflecting program effectiveness.
• Housekeeping and Storage Area Management: Maintain hazardous waste storage areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition. Ensure chemical storage and waste handling locations remain free of clutter and potential fire hazards. Oversee segregation and disposal of non-hazardous laboratory glass and waste materials. Maintain orderly storage conditions that promote regulatory compliance and safe access for laboratory personnel.
• Safety and Environmental Support: Participate in site safety initiatives and serve as a resource for laboratory personnel regarding proper waste handling and disposal practices. Support environmental audits, regulatory inspections, and EH&S compliance programs. Promote safe work practices and environmental responsibility throughout the laboratory while ensuring all waste management activities are conducted in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations.

Requirements

• High School Degree or equivalent
• Ability to work in a chemical environment
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and regulatory requirements
• Ability to lift, carry and move 25–50 lbs. regularly
• Authorization to work in the United States without restriction or sponsorship
• Professional working proficiency in English, including the ability to read, write and speak in English

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in the environmental industry, preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and documentation practices
• Consciousness of and a positive attitude toward quality, service and safety procedures
• Sound reasoning, good judgment and decision making
• Strong organization and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented, ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and able to coordinate multiple priorities

All offers of employment are contingent upon a successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.