Environmental Manager Job

Title: Environmental Manager
Location: Phenix City, AL
Job Type: Full Time/Permanent

Summary:
The Environmental Manager is a key member of the plant leadership team, focusing on ensuring effective management of environmental systems while maintaining a safe workplace and compliance with applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations in a multi-shift, 24/7 operation. The role also involves a strong relationship with division and corporate environmental leaders.

Responsibilities:
Oversee and maintain environmental compliance for a manufacturing facility, including air permitting, water pollution prevention, solid and hazardous waste management, spill prevention and countermeasures, emergency response management, and environmental training programs.
Manage the environmental budget and support productivity improvements.
Review and approve capital expenditures for environmental initiatives.
Provide technical and regulatory compliance support to the plant, representing the company with state and federal agencies as required.
Ensure operating permits are in order for all sources of air emissions, performing daily monitoring and interpreting alarms for potential air permit deviations.
Maintain and update plans as required by air permits and environmental regulations.
Write and review procedures for employees to follow environmental program requirements.
Maintain knowledge of regulations from government agencies and ensure compliance.
Manage hazardous waste disposal and lead efforts to reduce, reuse, and recycle materials.
Perform inspections, reporting nonconformance with environmental programs, and follow up with corrective actions.
Coordinate plant-wide environmental audits, analyze results, and complete action items.
Develop and implement employee training programs on environmental compliance and emergency preparedness.
Conduct root cause analysis for environmental concerns and support corrective actions.
Foster a culture of safety and environmental stewardship by working with the team to meet business goals.
Support the plant's safety committee and participate in emergency response planning.
Cross-train with the Health & Safety Manager to provide support and back-up for each other as needed.
Participate in management meetings and complete all assigned duties with a strong focus on safety and environmental responsibility.

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering or related field with a minimum of 5 years of experience in environmental programs and regulatory compliance in a manufacturing environment.
In-depth knowledge of local, state, and federal environmental regulations (e.g., 40 CFR, 49 CFR).
Proven leadership skills to manage personnel and processes within regulatory standards.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence a multi-discipline team and management.
Demonstrated capability in implementing plans and executing projects to meet milestones in a timely manner.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access).
Experience with environmental compliance programs, hazardous waste management, and air quality control.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, interfacing with all levels of the organization.

Preferred Skills and Experience:
ISO 14001 experience.
Title V experience.
SAP experience.
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles.
Prior safety-specific training (e.g., OSHA 30 Hour, Confined Space).
Experience with public speaking or training.
Root-cause analysis skills (e.g., RCCA, 5-Whys).

Physical Demands:
Ability to reach all work areas in the plant, including climbing ladders, negotiating catwalks, and handling heights up to 50 feet.
Ability to lift, twist, and turn up to 50 lbs., including tasks like opening and closing large valves and inspecting equipment.

Health/Dental Benefits, Retirement Benefits, Paid Holidays, Vacations, and Sick Leave, Life and/or Disability Insurance, Relocation Assistance, Other Benefits