- Supports the Sr. EHS Manager in the development and implementation of environmental tools, programs, standards, policies, procedures, and best practice techniques, cost effectively, and efficiently at the plant based on regulatory and internal requirements.
- Research existing and emerging regulations and lead the implementation new environmental regulatory requirements; provide support for compliance and control measures that reduce or eliminate risks
- Assist with the preparation, maintenance, and compliance with federal, state, and local agency environmental reporting and permitting, and Company EHS Standards.
- Participate in EHS compliance and management system inspections;
- Develop and recommend solutions to eliminate pollution and environmental hazards
- Support animation of the WISE2 safety program to build a proactive safety culture and improve performance
- Serve as plant lead for the Zero Waste to Landfill Program and support other sustainability initiatives.
- Assist with emergency response, evacuation planning, investigation, and escalation of environmental incidents; Determine root cause of incidents and provide support of corrective and preventative action plans.
- Manage data collection and analysis of environmental and sustainability metrics and reports including; injury and illness, air, waste, energy and water data
- Assist with contract and contractor management such as for waste management, wastewater O&M, and CapEx projects to ensure environmental compliance
- Serve as the plant Administrator of Sphera and other environmental data management systems
- Participate or lead EHS projects to support environmental compliance, conservation, best practices, lean, and six sigma
- Assist in establishing and leading environmental committees and engagement campaigns; participate in safety committees and safety awareness programs
- Assist with the interface with local, state and federal agencies.
- Assist with the organization of EHS audits and participate on audit teams, including WISE2 Audits, GREEN Audits, environmental compliance, and sustainability audits
- Assist in creation and delivery of EHS training programs and requirements
- Assist with management of EHS monitoring, recordkeeping, and reporting
- Lead creation and deployment of site level EHS communications
- Bachelors or Masters in Environmental, Engineering, Chemistry, or related field preferred
- 3+ years of relevant EHS industry work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
- Must be knowledgeable with multi-media environmental regulations including RCRA, CAA, CWA, NPDES, SPCC, and RMP
- 3+ years of manufacturing experience preferred
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Exceptional leadership skills and ability to mentor and motivate (a real passion for EHS)
- Effective management skills.
- Serves as a change agent to drive process improvements and cultural change
- Creates alignment
- Must be adaptable and flexible.
- Works well under pressure, effectively handles conflict, strict deadlines and multiple tasks
- Ability to assess and implement EHS best practices.
- Excellent organization, recordkeeping and documentation skills
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Sr. Environmental Specialist
2 weeks ago
Danone Mt Crawford, United StatesShort Intro and About the Job · At Danone Manufacturing the best products and supplying them to meet demand is a key driver for our plant teams. · We have an opening for an Sr Environmental Specialist - EHS based in our Mount Crawford, VA manufacturing facility. · This positio ...
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Senior Environmental Specialist
1 week ago
Danone North America Mt Crawford, United StatesAt Danone Manufacturing the best products and supplying them to meet demand is a key driver for our plant teams.We have an opening for an Sr Environmental Specialist - EHS based in our Mount Crawford, VA manufacturing facility.This position is responsible for the development and ...
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Senior Environmental Specialist
1 week ago
Danone North America Mt Crawford, United StatesAt · Danone Manufacturing · the best products and supplying them to meet demand is a key driver for our plant teams. · We have an opening for an Sr Environmental Specialist - EHS based in our Mount Crawford, VA manufacturing facility. · This position is responsible for the de ...
Environmental Specialist - Mt Crawford, United States - Cross Resource Group
Description
Relocation Bonus offered
This position is responsible for the development and execution of programs to ensure that the Company provides a safe workplace for employees and minimizes impacts to the environment. This position will primarily lead environmental program compliance with requirements and all federal, state, and local regulations. The incumbent will assist in the animation and implementation of a sustainable program at the plant and drive environmental, performance improvements and efficiencies.
The incumbent is successful through strong leadership, vision, and effective management and ensure these goals in a professional atmosphere that enhances Company economic viability.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Education and Experience: