Job Title: Environmental Specialist

Job Description

Provide technical functions to achieve, maintain, and document compliance with environmental regulatory requirements. Ensure that all related work is completed in compliance with Company, State, and Federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the operation of the facility's Wastewater Treatment System, including calibration of control instrumentation, procurement of treatment chemicals and reagents, disposal of residual sludge, collection of performance samples, and management of analysis by external laboratory.
• Complete and submit discharge monitoring reports and other required reporting.
• Schedule maintenance for the treatment system.
• Manage the disposal of Universal waste, as well as hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials, including routine scheduling of waste removal, recordkeeping, periodic certification, and regulatory report generation.
• Arrange accommodation for special projects.
• Investigate alternatives to disposal options including opportunities for pollution prevention, waste minimization, and recycling.
• Conduct weekly inspections of the facility, document findings, arrange for and monitor progress of clean-up/remediation of problem areas.
• Conduct training for other employees regarding waste handling, chemical hazards, pollution prevention, and waste minimization.
• Observe all safety rules and practice good housekeeping.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Experience in wastewater management (must have), testing, and calibration of instrumentation.
• Knowledge of environmental compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to manage environmental regulatory compliance.
• Bachelor's degree preferred, but an Associate degree with experience is acceptable.
• Waste removal and inspection experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience ideal.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills.

Work Environment

The role is based in a manufacturing plant with standard working hours from 7 AM to 5 PM. You will be part of a small team of specialists and engineers. The company offers opportunities for advancement, is profitable, and consistently exceeds goals. Your contributions will have a significant impact, with many opportunities for small wins.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $38.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Eminence,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 21, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $30 - $38