Waste Disposal Technician - Eurofins Environment Testing Southeast - Atlanta, GA

About the role

The Waste Disposal Technician is responsible for the proper disposal of spent chemicals, process waste, and unused laboratory samples used in the laboratory, according to corporate, federal, state and local guidelines. The position involves moving around, lifting, bending, disposing of garbage, and handling samples with strong odors.

Responsibilities

• Proper disposal of samples.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the waste disposal room and loading dock area including waste removal throughout the day.
• Utilize personal protective equipment at all times while disposing of samples.
• Load and unload pallets/boxes/materials.
• Assist with sample transfer between departments within the laboratory.
• Aid in sample location and returning samples to cooler in proper storage locations (temperature = 4˚C) for 3-4 hours per day.
• Organize samples located in waste disposal room.
• Help clean and organize coolers.
• Remove samples from coolers to table, & sort them accordingly.
• Learn & become knowledgeable of bottle types, sample test codes and preservatives.
• Adhere to analytical and quality control protocols described in SOP’s, the QA Manual, and project specific requirements.
• Assist with other assigned projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• AA degree in a life or physical science (Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, etc) preferred.
• Current, valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Detail oriented, flexible, dependable, willingness to learn new things.
• Team player and good communication and organizational skills.

Requirements

• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English.

Additional Information

This is a full-time position Monday - Friday 8:30 am – 5:30 pm, with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Atlanta, GA are encouraged to apply.

Pay rate: $17-18/hr

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes, the actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and skill set, base salary of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location.

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work. We offer excellent benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options.

We support your development! Do you feel you don’t match 100% of the requirements? Don’t hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development.

We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique.

Sustainability matters to us! At Eurofins, we believe sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our vision to be the Global Leader in “Testing for Life,” our mission to contribute to a healthier and safer world, and our core values, we are building a strong foundation for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. Eurofins’ commitment to sustainability begins within our own companies through a shared responsibility to people and the planet. With climate change posing an imminent threat, Eurofins and its many companies recognize their duty to proactively reduce or offset the environmental impact of essential operations while also helping our clients do the same—serving as a true ESG Enabler.

To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website www.eurofinsus.com.