Director, Environmental Operations - Alpharetta - Element Resources

    Element Resources
    Element Resources Alpharetta

    11 hours ago

    Description
    Overview

    This role will provide leadership and direction to recycling sites regarding the implementation of Environmental Programs to ensure compliance with permits, regulations, and company policies. The position establishes priorities, strategic direction, and manages activities necessary to ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws. The position reports to the General Manager for Element Resources.

    Responsibilities
    • Direct and oversee environmental compliance programs to ensure plant operations meet permit and regulatory requirements per RCRA, NESHAP, and NSPS and are in compliance with the environmental aspects of the Element Resources EHS Management System.
    • This position will provide expertise and particular focus on ensuring compliance with applicable hazardous waste regulations; Integrated Contingency Plan; Inspections; Reporting; Record keeping; Training; Groundwater Monitoring; and Corrective Actions (RCRA Facility Investigations, Corrective Measures; Corrective Actions);
    • Provide expertise and instruction to facilities regarding compliance with environmental regulations related to:
      • Hazardous Materials Management (e.g., identification and management of hazardous chemicals above threshold quantities; emergency response and release planning; record keeping; reporting, such as Tier II, Toxic Release Inventory (TRI)/Form R; and, personnel training
      • Waste management (e.g., universal waste, solid waste, and hazardous waste); waste generation registration and notification requirements; waste determinations; 90 day storage labeling, inspections, recordkeeping, reporting (e.g., biennial hazardous waste report); personnel training; land disposal restrictions; and, manifesting
      • Spill prevention and control (e.g., oil storage; discharge protocols; recordkeeping)
      • Storage tanks (e.g., above ground storage tanks, underground storage tanks)
    • Oversee and direct environmental project work related to remediation or cleanup; including environmental use covenants (EUC) or environmental restrictive covenants (ERC); obtain agency No Further Action (NFA) or applicable closure materials
    • Work closely with the operations team, including plant management and site environmental personnel to implement environmental programs to meet permit and regulatory requirements for: detailed work instructions and checklists necessary to ensure day-to-day compliance, monitoring, measuring, reporting, recordkeeping, and training.
    • Provide as needed support to sites during periods of environmental personnel transition;
    • Supervise and oversee work performed by environmental consultants, vendors and service providers as needed;
    • Support facilities with development of permit renewals, applications, and modifications, responding to agency Requests for Information (RFI) and/or other technical support with incorporating input from Motrex LLC Lead Counsel - EHS.
    • Develop environmental training content and conduct training to meet permit and regulatory-required environmental requirements, such as hazardous waste management and hazardous materials shipment.
    • Development of manufacturing-site audit protocol to ensure compliance with above mentioned policies, regulations, permits, and agreements.
    • Support sites with prevention, preparation and management of emergency occurrences through development of site-specific emergency contingency plans and periodic drills;
    • Other assignments and projects, as necessary.
    Qualifications

    Experience:
    • Minimum of 10 years of experience in environmental compliance, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within the manufacturing industry.
    • 2+ years (Director/Multisite) experience with environmental permit and regulatory compliance programs in the manufacturing, heavy industrial, metals industry; or similar experience in industries involving hazardous materials/waste are a plus
    • Bachelor Degree in Environmental Management, Business, Engineering or relevant discipline;
    • Expertise in regulations applicable to RCRA, NESHAP, NSPS, and Large Quantity Generators (LQGs)
    • Ability to analyze and understand environmental regulations;
    • Ability to translate regulatory knowledge into policies and procedures; and into standard work practices for implementation by plant operations personnel
    • Expertise in applying environmental knowledge, data analysis and facilitation skills to develop solutions for effective management of site environmental permits and regulatory requirements;
    • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and persuasively with all levels of the organization to influence change;
    • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, employees, outside agencies and the general public; and,
    • Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including a respirator, and move throughout a manufacturing facility in the performance of work responsibilities.
    Certifications
    • Professional certifications such as Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) or Certified Environmental Professional (CEP) are a plus
    Travel and Other Requirements:
    • Willingness to travel to facilities approximately 25% of the time (up to 50%).
    Job Location:
    • Alpharetta, GA
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    EEO Statement

    Element Resources is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

    About Statement

    Element Resources (elementrellc.com) is one of the largest battery recycling companies in the United States. Recycling recovers 99% of all lead received at our recycling centers. Every year we recycle millions of pounds of lead and recover and neutralize millions of gallons of sulfuric acid. Our robust, highly controlled recycling process is a critical part of our commitment to environmental sustainability.
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