Specialist Material Compliance

2 weeks ago


Kitchener, Canada Covanta Full time

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Covanta has been at the forefront of sustainable materials management, providing companies and communities world-class waste and resource solutions.

Through our diverse and scalable full-service capabilities, we’re leading the charge to a carbon-negative future—reducing, reusing, recycling and reimagining waste for the benefit of both people and planet.

Our differentiator comes from our vast ecosystem of technology, facilities, and partnerships, trusted by the world’s largest organizations to solve their most pressing environmental challenges, and achieve their most ambitious environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals.

All that we’re missing is you. Join us today

Our values

Diversity, inclusivity, engagement—these are the values that help us foster a strong sense of community within Covanta. By embracing the unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our employees, we cultivate an environment that embraces teamwork, encourages open dialogue, and provides opportunities for growth.

About the role

Specialist Material Compliance - Canada (Entry Level)

Job specification

We are looking for a Specialist Material Compliance to join the Material Management Team. The position will support the characterization and classification of inbound profiled waste/resources to the Covanta Kitchener Material Processing Facility.

Primary function would include the following activities:

- Analyze and classify inbound waste/resource opportunities according to the relevant safety/environmental legislation and the sustainability heirarchy;
- Adhere to the facility/corporate Health and Safety Management System
- Coordinate/communicate inbound waste/materials with operational/production staff
- Liaise with Sales Force Team/Covanta US Profiling, Solutions and Operations Teams as needed
- Identification of most efficient re-use/recycling/disposal technologies available for inbound material
- Management of Data within the CES Environmental Management System
- Coordinate inbound samples to the CES laboratory
- Collect and analyze data: identify trends, escalate undesirable conditions
- Document retention/databasing
- Assist the production staff for the waste management processes;
- Draft and present suggestions for process optimization;
- Participate in the implementation of chosen improvement opportunities;
- Document processes for test instruments and processes in the lab
- Review and amend written procedures;
- Present periodically data and analysis results to plant leadership team
- Work in teams to resolve process/material related issues;
- Participate in efforts to select, acquire and qualify new equipment;
- Communicate your findings through reports, presentations and team discussions;
- Measure the progress of projects against plans;
- Report and document issues related to processes or equipment failures.
- Perform other related duties, as required.

Requirements of the position:

- Have a diploma, or degree in Chemistry, Chemical or Environmental Engineering or Earth and environmental sciences.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office.
- Highly developed verbal and written communication skills
- Good organizational and priority management skills.
- Ability to lift 20 kg loads.
- Strong analytical and planning skills coupled with the ability to multi-task
- Detail-oriented and creative problem-solving approach
- Strong team player;
- Ability to collect, correlate, analyze and report on data from a variety of sources in a timely manner
- Must be rigorous and detail oriented;
- Strong English writing skills;
- Able to work 40 hours per week
- Valid driving license
- Previous experience (1-2 years) in the waste/resource management industry an asset
- Previous laboratory experience an asset
- Affiliate/associate of the ACPO considered an asset
- Covanta/CES are an Equal Opportunity Employers. The Employee Referral Program, as with all other recruitment efforts, adheres to our commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status._

Our DEI commitment

Covanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.



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