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Chemical Risk Assessment Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Evaluate EHSS impacts of capital and operational projects and ensure appropriate risk assessments ... Knowledge of chemical security and emergency response frameworks. * Strong leadership, training ...

Intern, Environmental Health & Safety

Highland Park, MI · On-site

$14.50 - $19.75/hr

Conduct risk assessments for equipment, processes, and job tasks; identify hazards, evaluate risks ... chemical inventory audits, and ensuring SDS documentation is current and accessible. * Assist in ...

Intern, Environmental Health & Safety

Highland Park, MI · On-site

$14.50 - $19.75/hr

Conduct risk assessments for equipment, processes, and job tasks; identify hazards, evaluate risks ... chemical inventory audits, and ensuring SDS documentation is current and accessible. * Assist in ...

The position supports audits, risk assessments, incident investigations, and process safety program ... Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Safety, or related Engineering field. * 5+ years of ...

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Execute the creation of risk assessments, gap analyses, deviations, change controls, and CAPAs ... Chemistry, biochemistry, chemical, nuclear engineering or related field * 3+ years' experience in a ...

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Chemical Risk Assessment information

What is chemical risk assessment?

Chemical risk assessment is the process of evaluating the potential adverse health and environmental effects caused by exposure to chemicals. This involves identifying hazards, assessing how and where people or the environment may be exposed, determining the level of risk, and recommending ways to manage or mitigate those risks. Chemical risk assessment is crucial in regulatory decision-making, workplace safety, and environmental protection. Professionals in this field use scientific data, exposure models, and toxicological information to inform policy and safeguard public health.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals in Chemical Risk Assessment roles, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Chemical Risk Assessment often encounter challenges such as interpreting complex toxicological data, keeping up with evolving regulatory requirements, and effectively communicating risks to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Addressing these challenges involves continuous learning, close collaboration with regulatory experts and scientists, and developing strong communication skills to present findings clearly. Working in multidisciplinary teams also helps ensure that assessments are comprehensive and aligned with organizational and legal standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Chemical Risk Assessor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Chemical Risk Assessor, you need a solid background in chemistry, toxicology, and environmental science, typically supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with risk assessment models, regulatory databases, and statistical analysis software such as EPA’s EPI Suite or OECD tools is essential. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills are vital for interpreting data and conveying complex findings to stakeholders. These skills are crucial to ensure the accurate evaluation of chemical hazards and compliance with safety regulations, ultimately protecting public health and the environment.

What is the difference between Chemical Risk Assessment vs Chemical Safety Specialist?

AspectChemical Risk AssessmentChemical Safety Specialist
Primary FocusEvaluating chemical hazards and risks to health and environmentImplementing safety protocols and ensuring compliance in chemical handling
Required CredentialsDegree in chemistry, toxicology, or related field; risk assessment certificationsSimilar credentials; safety certifications like OSHA or HAZWOPER
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, risk assessment teams, regulatory agenciesIndustrial sites, manufacturing plants, safety departments
Industry UsageRegulatory compliance, environmental agencies, consultingIndustrial companies, chemical plants, safety consulting

While both roles involve chemical safety, Chemical Risk Assessment focuses on analyzing hazards and determining risks, whereas Chemical Safety Specialist emphasizes implementing safety measures and ensuring compliance in workplaces.

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CDL Driver/Chemical Technician Southfield

CDL Driver/Chemical Technician Southfield

Arch Environmental Group, Inc.

Southfield, MI • On-site

$20/hr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago


Job description

We are looking for a candidate with a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Existing hazardous materials CDL endorsement is preferred, but not required for hiring.
This position will include assisting project managers and field chemists with consolidation/packaging of hazardous wastes, industrial cleaning, spill response and clean-up, recycling activities, and transportation (driving) of hazardous and regulated wastes. This position is based out of our Southfield office with work primarily centered around southeastern Michigan, but will include occasional overnight travel throughout Michigan and the surrounding states. This is a field position, NOT a laboratory position.
Work Activities
Day-to-day work activities for this position will include, but are not limited to:
  • Packaging, labeling, manifesting, and transport of universal wastes, liquid industrial by-products, medical wastes, and hazardous wastes.
  • Perform consolidation of hazardous materials/wastes (including bulk packaging and repackaging).
  • Properly complete regulatory documents for compliant transport and disposal of waste materials.
  • Assist in preparation of chemical inventories for proper waste handling and/or disposal.
  • Assist in the safe, compliant, and timely clean-up of chemical spills.
  • Assist in industrial cleaning projects.
  • Operate a commercial motor vehicle transporting hazardous materials and wastes for recycling and/or disposal.

Hours
This is a full time position. Anticipated full-time work hours will be Monday - Friday, typically 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. depending on project commitments. Additional overtime and weekend work may be needed from time to time to support specific project deadlines. This position is also required to have weekend "on-call" commitments two weekends per month.
Job Requirements
  • Self-starter, efficient, productive, works well with a team.
  • Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class A or Class B.
  • Due to insurance requirements, the candidate must be at least 23 years of age and have a clean driving record.
  • Successful completion of OSHA/DOT physical examination and drug test.
  • Clean criminal/security history required to obtain TSA Threat Assessment clearance for CDL Hazardous Materials endorsement.
  • Must be able to frequently move/lift equipment and supplies weighing 50-100 pounds.
  • Basic computer experience to handle day-to-day project assignments, use of MS Office.

Preferred Experience/Qualifications
  • Current CDL endorsements for Hazardous Materials (H)
  • Current DOT Medical Examiners (ME) card
  • Experience in the hazardous waste or emergency response industries
  • 1-3 years' experience preferred.

Compensation: $20.00 per hour
AEG SUMMARY
In 1993 a University of Michigan student interned for a young Western Michigan University environmental professional in a new and quickly growing industry. In a few short years, Jeff Heydanek developed a business plan and convinced Scott Staber that venturing out on their own was the right thing to do. With Jeff's youthful energy and business prowess combined with Scott's affinity to sales and a few contacts, the plan went into action on October 6, 1995. In the few decades since beginning in a 60 sf basement office in Canton, Michigan, J. Scott Environmental (Jeff & Scott) has grown into a multi-million dollar environmental consulting, testing and technical company, servicing all of Michigan and the Midwest. Arch Environmental Group (AEG) is uniquely structured to handle a wide variety of your environmental needs and concerns - in fact, we have diversified over these years in a manner to "bridge your environmental needs". To this day we work hard to be large enough to handle all of your environmental concerns, yet not lose the small business personal care you have come to expect from us. The following summary details three critical business components of AEG: services offered, professional staffing and market sector.
Services Offered
AEG began strictly as an asbestos, lead and IAQ/biological consulting firm. Over time we have diversified to handle all aspects of your environmental needs. In order to compete and continually grow in this highly competitive marketplace, AEG has evolved into a unique technical firm offering a full spectrum of environmental services. These additional services are value added services that can be conducted directly by AEG and typically allow for significant cost savings when compared to other consulting firms providing similar, but typically subcontracted, work.
Professional Staffing
AEG has one of the largest and most experienced environmental professional staffs in the State of Michigan. With a combined 50+ years of experience, the Owners of AEG are pleased to have a staff that includes Asbestos Inspectors, Asbestos Management Planners, Asbestos Project Designers, NIOSH 582 fiber counters, lead Inspectors, Lead Risk Assessors, Certified Microbial Consultants, Certified Hazardous Materials Managers, 40-hour HAZWOPER technicians, Certified Industrial Stormwater Operators, Certified Construction Site Stormwater Operators, UST Class A & B Operators, DOT Fleet Compliance trained personnel, DOT HM-126 Hazardous Materials trained personnel, DOT Security trained personnel, CDL drivers (with Hazardous Waste Endorsements). OSHA trained personnel including Confined Space, Bloodborne Pathogen, Lock-out/Tag-out, Electrical Safety, SCBA Airline Equipment and Competent Person.
Market Sector
AEG is the largest Michigan educational environmental consulting firm, working in over 100 public school districts and universities/colleges - numbering hundreds of buildings. Since our expansion in 2000, AEG has acquired some anchor industrial and commercial clients such as Guardian Industries, Wolverine Power Cooperative, St. Joseph Mercy Health System and Henry Ford Health Systems. Our goal is to continue to grow through diversification of both services offered and clientele type. AEG is excited about the opportunity to work on this project and provide you with the outstanding service currently being utilized by many other educational, medical, governmental, commercial and industrial institutions around the State of Michigan and throughout the Midwest.