What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Technician position at Kronospan?
General information
Location
AnnistonReference
2025-12651Position description
Job title
Environmental Technician
Contract type
Full-time
About us
Kronospan is the world's leading producer of wood panel products including MDF, OSB, Particleboard, and Laminate Flooring. We are state of the art, automated, and visionary. We are sustainable and eco-friendly. We are Worldwide AND we are American Made. We are Kronospan.
Main duties and responsibilities
The Environmental Technician is an entry level environmental position working closely with EHS management to coordinate all environmental activities for the Oxford site and to ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The position assists with the development, communication and maintenance of simple but effective environmental programs that meet regulatory standards.
Requirements
- Ability to exercise good judgment in setting priorities and follow-through in a fast-paced results –oriented environment
- Strong desire to learn manufacturing and environmental processes, develop leadership capabilities and possess the desire to progress in our organization
- Must be able to work flexible hours and be available upon the needs of the business. This may include rotating shifts, nights, and/or weekends.
- Capability to prioritize work activities, assignments, demands and flexibility to adapt to changes.
- .5 – 1 year as an environmental intern or technician in a manufacturing or construction environment
- Excellent work ethic, strong time management and organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work with little or no direct supervision
- Knowledge of environmental law
- Excellent diplomatic skills and the ability to use them with all levels
- Excellent verbal/written communication and presentation skills.
- Good basic Algebra and Geometry skills.
- Strong interpersonal and problem solving skills.
- Strong analytical skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Advanced Excel skills
- 4 year college degree in environmental, chemistry, or engineering course of studies
- Technical knowledge of environmental testing procedures
What we offer
- Growth opportunities, domestic and international, with the world's leading producer of wood panel products
- Work in a diverse, inclusive environment with colleagues from around the world
- A highly competitive benefits program including affordable medical, dental and vision plans
- Company paid life and short & long term disability plans
- Supplemental life, critical illness and accident plans for you and your family
- 401 (k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off including a generous paid vacation plan and holidays after 90 days
- “Life of Career” training opportunities through our global or local KronoAcademy
- Uniform & reimbursement for safety boots & prescription safety glasses and company provided tools
WHAT TO SEND OUR WAY
- A cover letter along with your Resume, highlighting your education, experience and skills.
