Environmental Manager, based in our
Ashland City, TN plant.
The Environmental Manager is responsible for ensuring compliance with regulations, managing environmental data, conducting assessments, and implementing environmental programs within manufacturing operations at several sites across multiple states. This role involves analyzing environmental data, preparing reports, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain a safe and environmentally responsible working environment.
Responsibilities:- Access, research, interpret and effectively communicate environmental regulations and requirements including (Waste, Air, Wastewater, Stormwater, Mine Reclamation, Remediation & other related regulations)
- Develop and conduct training as necessary
- Develops, implements, and leads effective environmental protection management process
- Assist in the development and implementation of guidelines, procedures and work practices to ensure compliance with regulatory obligations.
- Oversees and leads permit reviews, modifications and application renewal processes to ensure environmental compliance.
- Effectively track regulatory and corporate due dates for reporting, permit renewals, etc. and meet deadlines with sufficient time to facilitate review and approval by management and timely submission of information.
- Identify and prioritize risks to maintaining environmental compliance. Ensure steps are taken to avoid non-compliance. Manage change to ensure compliance.
- Lead environmental incident investigations, mitigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action
- Assist with compliance review audits/assessments undertaken by corporate, governmental agencies.
- Assist with due diligence process of acquisitions/divestitures to ensure compliance.
- Additional responsibilities as assigned by management
Requirements:- Bachelor's degree in an Environmental Science, Engineering, Science, EH&S or related field
- 7+ years of environmental compliance experience preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to effectively communicate with a wide variety of audiences
- Self-motivated, possess strong analytical skills, exhibit sound decision-making, and have proficient organization skills
- Solid attention to detail and excellent project management skills
- Strong knowledge of federal and state regulatory laws and analysis
- Experience implementing key management systems/controls such as Permits, Plans, License & Registration, and Compliance Calendars
- Experience in environmental permitting activities- (Air - Major Source, Wastewater, Storm Water, & Wetlands)
- Ability to multi-task, quickly adapt to change, and work with minimal direction
- Proven ability to direct EHS personnel towards effective improvement
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to efficiently balance multiple priorities
