Sr Manager Chemist - Depot Connect International

Discover a career at Depot Connect International (DCI), a global leader in the Tank/ISO Tank Container Services and Tank Trailer Parts industry. We're more than just a service provider; we're a unified team combining the expertise of industry leaders Quala, Boasso Global, and PSC. Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, with over 160 locations worldwide, our team of over 3,500 employees excels in offering a multitude of mission-critical services.

The Senior Manager Chemist at Depot Connect International (DCI) will be responsible for evaluating all chemical inquiries for identification, safe-handling, compatibility, and reactivity with Company wash activities. To be successful in this role, the incumbent must have a strong chemistry and hazardous waste background, have worked in the waste industry and have expertise in pertinent local, state and federal regulations.

Essential Job Functions:

• Evaluate a high volume of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and TDS (Technical Data Sheets) provided by customers for regulatory compliance and PPE safety requirements.
• Write chemical cleaning and heating procedures for new chemicals.
• Perform Hazardous Waste Determinations and develop disposal guidance for each new chemical.
• Use knowledge of chemistry and hazardous materials to ensure wastes are handled in safe and compliant manner.
• Conduct regulatory research, prepare technical interpretations, and make recommendations based on operational requests and activities.
• Support company sites as main point of contact for analytical laboratory services.
• Participate in chemical and safety reviews of potential waste opportunities.
• Maintain and update DCI’s chemical inventory within its EMS.
• Work on projects such as: submitting local, State or federal level reports; developing chemical lists to assist with permits; update service plans and content groups in the EMS, as needed.

Qualifications

• BS in chemistry, or related degree. Advanced degree a plus.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience undertaking chemistry and hazardous waste-related activities.
• Demonstrated understanding of the connection between chemistry and hazardous waste management.
• Capacity to succeed in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple project assignments, and meeting deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow complex requests.
• Knowledge of federal, State, and local environmental laws, regulations, and standards.
• Must collaborate well, both internally and externally, including regulatory agencies.
• Contribute to strategic planning processes to facilitate corporate projects and initiatives.
• Must be able to travel as business needs dictate.

Benefits:

• 401(k) with match
• Partially employer paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Parental Leave