Hazardous Waste Manager at Sharps Medical Waste Services

Muhlenberg Township, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Hazardous Waste Management, Regulatory Compliance, Leadership, HAZWOPER, EPA Regulations, DOT Regulations, OSHA Regulations, RCRA Knowledge, SOP Development, Auditing, Waste Profiling, Manifesting, Team Supervision, Analytical Skills, Documentation, Reporting

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Description Come join the 2nd largest Medical Waste Service Provider in the country for an exciting position! We provide excellent customer service to local hospitals and healthcare professionals and represent one of the most prominent companies in the Medical Waste Industry. Join an economically stable industry that offers long-term career development across 35+ locations. As a Hazardous Waste Manager, you will oversee the safe handling, storage, transportation, and disposal of hazardous, chemical, and pharmaceutical waste across customer facilities and internal operations. You will ensure strict compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations while supporting operational efficiency and team performance. This role requires strong leadership skills, excellent regulatory knowledge, and the ability to build effective partnerships with customers, internal teams, and regulatory agencies. Sharps Medical Waste Services offers a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family, including Health, Dental, and Vision coverage, 401(k), PTO, Referral Program, Life Insurance, and Short/Long Term Disability. Key Responsibilities Lead daily hazardous waste operations including collection, segregation, packaging, and disposal. Ensure compliance with EPA, DOT, OSHA, RCRA, and state environmental regulations. Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Conduct audits, inspections, and safety evaluations. Oversee waste profiling, sampling, manifests, and regulatory documentation. Coordinate shipments with transportation and disposal partners to maintain cradle-to-grave compliance. Supervise, train, and mentor team members on HAZWOPER and safety protocols. Serve as primary compliance contact for customers and internal teams. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, cost control, and safety performance. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements 3+ years of hazardous waste, chemical waste, or environmental compliance experience Supervisory or management experience required Strong working knowledge of RCRA, EPA, DOT, and OSHA regulations 40-hour HAZWOPER certification preferred Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Safety Management, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience) Proven ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and solve operational challenges Strong analytical, documentation, and reporting skills Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between facilities Ability to lift 50+ pounds as needed Must pass background check and drug screen Why Join Sharps Sharps Medical Waste Services offers a mission-driven, collaborative environment where employees contribute directly to meaningful operational impact. In this role, you will play a central part in maintaining financial integrity, supporting audits, and enabling data-driven decisions that help Sharps grow and scale responsibly. You will gain exposure to cross-functional operations and the opportunity to help implement innovative finance processes. EEO Statement Sharps Medical Waste Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Responsibilities

The Hazardous Waste Manager will lead daily operations concerning the collection, segregation, packaging, and disposal of hazardous waste while ensuring strict adherence to federal, state, and local environmental regulations. This role also involves supervising, training, and mentoring team members on safety protocols and serving as the primary compliance contact for various stakeholders.