Technical Operations Engineer II, re:Cycle Reverse Logistics

re:Cycle Reverse Logistics is an electronics processing, reuse, and recycling company that extends the life of used electronic equipment through reuse, repair, and recycling. We are a stand-alone company within the Amazon corporate family that provides services to other Amazon companies, specializing in the handling of electronic equipment originally used in data centers.

We are looking for an Environmental Operations Manager to support our Reverse Logistics operation. Our mission is to manage and scale information technology asset disposition (ITAD) services for used electronics and electronic equipment (UEEE) through secure and environmentally sustainable practices supporting asset recovery, reuse, recycling, and other circular economy initiatives.

The Environmental Operations Manager will report to the re:Cycle Reverse Logistics Global EHS Manager and support environmental compliance across RRL operations. This role covers a range of environmental compliance programs including waste management, stormwater management, air quality compliance, spill prevention, and environmental permitting.

Key job responsibilities

Support environmental compliance programs for re:Cycle Reverse Logistics by helping ensure operations meet applicable regulations and standards.

Assist with compliance activities related to local, state, and federal environmental regulations, permit conditions, and Amazon policy for facilities managing end-of-life electronic equipment.

Support stormwater compliance programs, including SWPPP maintenance, routine inspections, and sampling activities.

Assist with air quality compliance activities, including emissions tracking, permit compliance, and regulatory reporting.

Help develop and maintain SPCC plans and support spill prevention and countermeasure requirements.

Support ISO 14001 and R2 certification programs by helping maintain audit-ready conditions at assigned facilities.

Contribute to the development and maintenance of environmental standard operating procedures (SOPs), including waste handling and documentation procedures.

Support the proper handling, tracking, and disposition of Focus Materials (e.g., PCBs, mercury-containing devices, batteries, circuit boards) in accordance with applicable regulations.

Collaborate with operations teams, the RRL Commercial Team, and other stakeholders to support audit findings and corrective actions.

Participate in environmental compliance audits and assist with follow-up activities.

Support the waste vendor vetting process, including vendor qualification reviews and compliance monitoring.

Coordinate with the RRL HSSE team to help identify and mitigate environmental risks within work processes.

Assist with the preparation and submission of regulatory reports and permit-related documentation.

Conduct environmental incident investigations and help develop corrective actions under guidance from senior team members.

Use data and environmental best practices to support informed business decisions.

About the team

re:Cycle Reverse Logistics is an electronics processing, reuse, and recycling company that extends the life of used electronic equipment through reuse, repair, and recycling. We are a stand-alone company within the Amazon corporate family that provides services to other Amazon companies, specializing in the handling of electronic equipment originally used in data centers.

Our mission is to manage and scale information technology asset disposition (ITAD) services for used electronics and electronic equipment (UEEE) through secure and environmentally sustainable practices supporting asset recovery, reuse, recycling, and other circular economy initiatives.

• Basic Qualifications
• Experience in MS Excel, Word, and Windows Operating Systems
• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of environmental compliance, waste management, or equivalent experience
• 1+ years of experience with waste, e-waste, or recycling regulations and programs

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with ISO 14001 and SERI R2 certification standards
• Experience working in the tech/data center sector or electronics recycling industry
• Experience with state and federal environmental permitting processes (waste permits, stormwater permits, air quality permits)
• Experience with waste vendor management and qualification processes
• Experience with stormwater management, including SWPPP development and inspections
• Experience implementing process improvements in an operational environment
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective written and verbal communication
• Ability to travel to local sites up to 25% of the time
• Equal Opportunity
• Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
• Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location.

Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

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