Environmental Compliance Specialist

JOB OVERVIEW :

The Environmental Compliance Specialist position will work closely with Corporate Safety, Plant Management, Supervisors, and Employees to plan, organize, and manage environmental compliance functions at the corporate and facility level. The role will include auditing, training, assessments / inspections, recordkeeping, and oversight of environmental compliance activities. The perfect candidate will have a combination of education and experience in environmental compliance within a manufacturing environment. The candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to effectively lead initiatives and engage groups throughout the organization. They must have excellent analytical skills and be a good problem solver. A working knowledge of current environmental regulations is highly valued.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Plan, organize, and manage environmental compliance functions for facilities.
• Provide Leadership and direction in the development, implementation, and oversight of environmental compliance.
• Work closely with site leadership to establish standard operating procedures and sustainable environmental initiatives.
• Assess, interpret and communicate environmental laws and regulations.
• Maintain records of emissions, permits, waste disposal and other pertinent records.
• Perform and assist in planning and scheduling of required environmental training.
• Coordinate the investigation of compliance incidents at the plant level.
• Coordinate and oversee regulatory compliance audits and inspections and associated recordkeeping.
• Lead / participate in the review of new equipment and facilities that may have environmental compliance implications.
• Lead environmental abatement activities as required.

JOB EXPERIENCE :

Three or more years of environmental compliance experience in a manufacturing environment.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS : Required skills :

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EDUCATION :

Bachelor's degree required. Environmental or related degree preferred. Equivalent work experience would be considered