Gowan Milling Yuma is looking for an Environmental Assistant. This position will report to the Environmental Coordinator.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsibilities of Environmental Assistant to include but not limited to the following:
- Prioritizing waste collection and processing operations from each production unit.
- Proficiency in proper waste labeling, housekeeping or any number of jobs other than what is described in this basic classification.
- Operating horizontal and vertical balers, forklifts and other equipment not listed.
- Participate in weekly safety meetings and promote a safe working environment that aligns with Gowan Milling’s goals.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Qualifications of Environmental Assistant to include but not limited to the following:
- Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment when required which would include but not limited to; half face respirator, full face respirator, Tyvek, grounding straps, eye protection.
- Bilingual preferred
- Capable of following written and verbal work instructions.
- Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment when required which would include but not limited to; half face respirator, full face respirator, Tyvek, grounding straps, eye protection
- Possess a working knowledge of math and communication skills it pertains to assigned tasks.
- Strong people skills and an ability and willingness to interact with all levels of management and staff.
- Ability to prioritize responsibilities and work independently.
- Possess a working knowledge of current company policy regarding safety, environmental and quality systems.
- Willingness to complete initial RCRA training with annual RCRA refresher if requested by department manager.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
- Ability to operate forklifts for prolonged periods of time.
- Ability to ascend/descend stairs in buildings.
- Requires ability to lift items up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
- Requires frequent bending, reaching, squatting, pulling, and pushing.
- Ability to work outdoors throughout the year in extreme temperatures.