Environmental Coordinator Internship -- 2024 Summer Internship! at Eurofins Food Chemistry Testing Madison, Inc. in Madison, Wisconsin

Job Description:

Company Description



Interested in contributing to improving and saving lives? Eurofins Food Chemistry Madison is growing and we're looking for amazing team members to join us.


In 2021 we moved into a brand new ISO 17025 accredited laboratory in Madison, WI designed to conduct food chemistry testing specializing in infant formula, sole-source nutrition products, hemp and CBD, dietary supplements, and a variety of botanicals. Our testing portfolio includes vitamins, minerals, contaminants, pesticides and shelf-life studies.


We test of a variety of instrumentation including UPLC, HPLC, GC, and LCMS technologies. We offer an innovative and collaborative team environment, and the opportunity to develop expertise on a wide variety of analytical instruments! If you are looking for an opportunity to work for an exciting growth oriented company, we look forward to talking with you!


The Environmental Coordinator Internship position will run from Middle of May-End of August with posibilty of moving part-time throughout the school year, working between the hours of 8AM - 5PM.Candidates within a commutable distance ofMadison, WIare encouraged to apply.



Job Description



The purpose of this position is to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations pertaining to the management of hazardous wastes at an analytical testing laboratory. Position has responsibility ensuring compliance with environmental/safety/health regulations. Position is responsible for managing special projects through use of diverse resources. This position's supervisor or other appropriate position is consulted for clarification of policies only where needed.



Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision


• Regular attendance and punctuality


• Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate


• Manages the daily activities of the hazardous waste storage and disposal per regulations outlined in the Code of Federal Regulations, 40 CFR (EPA) and Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.


• Packages, transports, and removes containers of hazardous waste from the facility per U.S. Dept. of Transportation regulations. Will be trained in manifesting, packaging, labeling, marking, handling and management of containers.


• Coordinates with hazardous waste disposal vendors the removal of wastes for company.


• Interacts with staff to resolve issues related to proper management of hazardous wastes (via email, lab consultations, or training).


• Develops and implements operating procedures and guidelines pertaining to the consolidation and storage of hazardous wastes.


• Consolidates hazardous wastes to reduce disposal costs and minimizes amounts of waste shipped off-site for treatment.


• Maintains wastes characterization data, sampling, and analysis records. (Reflecting volume and type of wastes received.)


• Manages special projects through use of diverse resources.


• Provides input into the proper expenditure of resources.


• Participates on the Hazardous Materials team with the ability to respond to releases for the purpose of assessment, stabilization and remediation.


• Perform and document routine facility and equipment inspections.


• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner


• Performs other duties as assigned


• Ability to learn new tasks


• Ability to think critically and solve problems quickly and efficiently

Qualifications



To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill or ability required.

• HS Diploma required
  
  
  • Working towards a Bachelor'sDegree in a science related field is preferred but not required
    
    
    • Previous Lab Experience preferred but is not required
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  


• Ability to learn new tasks


• Ability to think critically and solve problems quickly and efficiently


• Able to lift 50 pounds.

Additional Information




What we offer:As an employer, we're keen to look after our people with as much dedication as they look after our patients. That's why we offer competitive salaries, excellent training and exceptional career prospects. We're a growing and ambitious company, so there is huge potential here to develop with us and enjoy fantastic rewards in your career.



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Eurofins Mechem is an Equal Opportunities Company.



Eurofins is aM/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.




Eurofins is aM/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.




Eurofins is aM/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

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