Manager, Environmental Compliance

Job Description Summary

The Manager, Environmental Compliance, maintains EPA, CARB and ECCC emission standards compliance. Inform Kubota staff, OEMs, and Distributors about emissions regulations.  Answers questions from OEMs and Distributors regarding emissions. This position also maintains a variety of compliance areas such as chemical regulations and compliance, product safety and related compliance. And, the Manager, Environmental Compliance leads team on all emissions certification, regulatory work, day-to-day compliance, chemical & materials compliance activities.

Duties and Responsibilities

-       Manages EPA and CARB submissions on Kubota engines and parts.  Communicates status of all EPA and CARB submission with Kubota Japan

-       Communicate with EMA as a core member of EMA

-       Maintains a variety of compliance areas such as chemical regulations and compliance, product safety and related compliance.

-       Leads the regulatory & compliance activities, researching new trends, regulations and policies by the Federal and local governments. Share the information / summary with the stakeholders within the company.

-       Cooperating with Kubota Japan in establishing a global compliance system for exhaust emissions regulations 

-       Clarify EPA, CARB and ECCC regulations and standards. Communicates regulations and standards with Kubota Japan, KEA staff, KNA emission staff, OEMs, and Distributors.

-       Maintain up-to-date understanding of emission regulations for local and international environments

-       Accumulate and communicate information on products and future developments in emission compliance 

-       Advise customers about technical issues, product performance, and application.

-       Educate on the importance of emission compliance to KEA internal members distributors and OEMs.

-       Prepare to conduct EPA’s In-Use test requirement

-       Audit customers’ production line to confirm their compliance with EPA’s certified configuration

-       Manage and provide emissions labels and certificates to customers

-       Responsible for staffing, conducting performance appraisals, addressing employee complaints and resolving employee problems.

-       Establish work procedures and processes that support company and departmental standards, procedures, and strategic directives

-       Establishes and communicates a training plan for staff to maintain an up-to-date training force

-       Prepare and manage department budget

-       Create and maintain a high-quality work environment so staff are motivated to perform at their highest level

-       Develop and maintain team effort within the department that is customer focused

-       Communicate, organize, and maintain confidential information and material

-       Follow safety guidelines and department and corporate policies and procedures

-       Maintain an organized and secure work environment

Authority

Oversight of the Environmental Compliance department staff

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

-       Knowledge of emission compliance standards and engine testing procedures

-       Knowledge of various chemical & materials compliance standards and related reporting requirements for the US and other countries that require such compliance standards

-       Knowledge of the mechanics involved in the operation of gasoline and diesel engines

-       Knowledge of emission compliance as related to engine operation, testing and bureaucratic procedure

-       Ability to diagnose engine and component failure in a variety of circumstances with incomplete information 

-       Knowledge of engine design

-       Ability to listen to customer problems and develop appropriate solutions 

-       Ability to relate technical information to technical and non-technical audiences

-       Ability to use a variety of tools and test equipment, including dynamometer equipment

-       Knowledge of and ability to follow prescribed safety rules

-       Strong command of the English language, both written and verbal

-       Ability to comprehend a variety of instructions, both oral and written

-       Able to perform complex mathematical and engineering calculations 

-       Ability to communicate in a professional manner with top managers

-       Strong negotiation skills

-       Ability to be tactful and diplomatic in challenging situations

-       Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality

-       Excellent presentation as well as oral and written communication skills 

-       Strong problem solving and discernment skills for various decisions.  Excellent analytical skills

-       Advanced knowledge of word processing, presentation, database, and spreadsheet applications

-       Working knowledge of CAD and other engineering tools

-       Basic knowledge of SAP

-       Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time, possibly overnight, often with last-minute notice; travel internationally

Education and Training

-       Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field

-       3 – 5 years experience as a mechanical engineer; preferably with emission testing experience

Physical Demands

-       Sitting for long periods of time with some walking, stooping, bending, and reaching

-       Frequent pushing and pulling of objects

-       Dexterity to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists

-       Movement by holding, turning, and grasping objects

-       Reaching by extending hands in any direction

-       Feeling temperature, shape, or texture by means of senses in skin

-       Ability to drive a car and travel by air

-       Regular lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds

-       Ability to hear normal conversations on phone or in person

-       Ability to see more than 20 feet

-       Ability to see color and see/read computer screen

Work Environment

-       Work is performed in an office environment.  Noise level is moderate

-       Exposure to engine testing labs.  Noise level ranges from moderate to very loud

-       Limited exposure to the warehouse.  Limited exposure to temperature variations when shipping doors are open

-       Regular exposure to vibration, fumes, gases, and proximity to moving mechanical parts

-       Handling of potentially dangerous chemicals or other substances, dangerous equipment, and tools

-       Work produced is subject to precise measures of quality and quantity

-       While traveling, will experience noise and comfort levels common to automobiles and airplanes

Tools and Equipment

-      Computer and other general office equipment

-       Eye and ear protection required while working on engines

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.