Environmental Manager 3328203

Employment Type: Full-Time
Relocation Assistance Available: Yes
Job ID: 3328203

Position: Environmental Manager

Location: Columbus, Mississippi, United States
Industry: Manufacturing & Production
Category: Manufacturing – Other

Our Award Winning Client, a recognized national leader in sustainable fiber-based products and environmental stewardship, is seeking a forward-thinking Environmental Manager to oversee compliance, reporting, and environmental strategy at one of their key manufacturing sites in Columbus, Mississippi. With decades of accolades and a footprint that spans across North America and beyond, our client operates with a deep commitment to environmental excellence and operational sustainability.

This impactful position will ensure full compliance across air, water, solid waste, and hazardous waste streams, while also driving forward sustainability initiatives aligned with enterprise-wide goals. The ideal candidate is not only well-versed in regulatory compliance but also thrives on leadership, process improvement, and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee environmental performance across air, effluent, solid and hazardous waste systems, supporting both the Columbus Mill and Columbus Modified Fiber operations.
• Direct environmental permitting and regulatory tracking activities, ensuring proactive compliance with evolving local, state, and federal regulations.
• Lead laboratory operations including pulp dryer quality testing and weekend rotational duties.
• Investigate environmental incidents, including near misses, and lead root cause analysis for preventative solutions.
• Guide a multidisciplinary team of environmental technicians and engineers, providing coaching, development, and performance management.
• Implement and support compliance projects and sustainability initiatives to meet corporate environmental objectives.
• Align site-level environmental strategies with broader corporate sustainability and operational goals.
• Manage consultants and technical resources to support accurate reporting and permit applications.
• Serve as the environmental liaison for interactions with regulatory bodies and internal corporate leadership.
• Promote employee engagement and culture-building to support safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible practices.
• Coordinate complex project deliverables and ensure timely submission of documentation and compliance reports.
• Drive measurable progress toward environmental benchmarks through data-driven process oversight.

Required Technical Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Environmental Management, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience within a manufacturing setting, with a strong focus in environmental compliance; forest products industry background is advantageous.
• Working knowledge of environmental reporting systems and regulatory programs (e.g., Title V, MACT, DMR).
• Expertise in air regulatory compliance and strong working knowledge of water, chemical, and waste management.
• Demonstrated success in leading multidisciplinary teams and driving performance in a collaborative environment.
• Effective communicator with strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Adept at managing multiple priorities and driving continuous improvement in environmental operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word.
• Ability to lead and influence change in support of Vision 2030 goals around sustainability and EHS compliance.

Core Competencies:

• Leading Through Vision and Purpose
• People Development and Coaching
• Operational Execution and Problem Solving
• Courageous Leadership and Accountability
• Driving Results with Strategic Focus
• Systems Thinking and Process Management
• Team Building and Cross-Functional Collaboration

Workplace & Conditions:

• On-site leadership role within a 24/7 manufacturing operation.
• Includes participation in a weekend duty rotation.
• Regular interaction with both internal teams and external regulatory entities.

Employee Benefits Include:

• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Company-Funded Retirement Contributions
• 401(k) with Employer Matching
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement and Educational Development
• Student Loan Repayment Support
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Insurance Options (Auto, Home, Pet, Vision)

Career Growth:

• National promotional opportunities within a recognized industry leader
• Formal leadership training and internal advancement potential

Job ID: 3328203

Note: Resumes will be maintained in strict confidentiality until such time as we engage in a detailed discussion regarding a specific opportunity, and both parties mutually agree to proceed. We consistently receive new opportunities every day. Should your professional background closely align with the specific requirements of our client, we will promptly reach out to you to initiate further exploration of potential opportunities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $133,300.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What locations in the USA or states are you interested in?
• 3328203 What type of compensation is desired for a new position?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Recent Environmental management in a manufacturing: 8 years (Required)
• Familiarity with regulatory & electronic reporting systems: 1 year (Required)
• Knowledge of air, water, waste, and chemical regulations: 1 year (Required)
• Managing environmental permitting and regulatory tracking: 1 year (Required)
• Recent Leadership: 1 year (Required)
• Recent Managing lab operations: 1 year (Required)
• Recent Environmental Manager: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Columbus, MS 39705 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Columbus, MS 39705: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $133,300