Environmental Compliance Specialist

A bit about us :

Large Industrial Manufacturing Corporation seeks Safety Specialist (EHS) to join their Environmental Health & Safety team.

This is working on as a part of a team and supports plants in Minnesota and six additional states.

Why join us?

• Great Benefits
• Great Culture
• Upward Mobility
• Travel (this role travels one week per month Monday-Thursday, and weekly to the Twin Cities plants.)

Job Details

Overview

We are seeking a Compliance and Safety Specialist to ensure adherence to all relevant regulations set forth by various governmental agencies.

This position plays a crucial role in managing environmental regulatory submissions and collaborating with the broader Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) team on various initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Environmental Compliance

• Prepare and file comprehensive environmental documentation in response to agency inquiries.
• Oversee compliance with environmental regulations and programs at the facility level, including but not limited to :

oAir quality permits and emissions assessments.

oNotifications and permits for aboveground storage tanks.

oEmergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) compliance.

oRegistration and management of pesticides per Federal and state guidelines.

oConduct inspections and sampling for industrial stormwater.

oEnsure adherence to industrial wastewater permitting and reporting requirements.

oManage waste disposal processes, including documentation for hazardous and non-hazardous waste.

oPrepare and submit permit applications and compliance reports.

oGather and analyze environmental data.

oCoordinate and facilitate employee training on compliance matters.

oConduct site audits and assessments to ensure adherence to standards.

oSupport agency inspections and training exercises, including emergency response drills.

Business Support and Safety Compliance

• Foster a culture of safety by promoting awareness and preventive measures; investigate incidents and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate across departments to build effective working relationships and address compliance challenges.
• Work alongside leadership to review and update safety and environmental policies; ensure that practices align with regulatory requirements and company standards.
• Conduct regular audits of facilities to confirm compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Oversee specific compliance reporting tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education : Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Experience : 2-3 years in a role involving environmental regulations.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook) and basic data management software.
• Ability to navigate physically demanding environments, including climbing stairs and working in varied temperature conditions.
• Capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification.
• Familiarity with GIS, VISIO, or CAD software.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, bend, and walk for extended periods in diverse work environments.
• Capable of wearing personal protective equipment, such as respirators and chemical suits.
• Ability to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Travel

• Willingness to travel up to 20% as needed
23 hours ago