**SUMMARY
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The Compliance & Sustainability Manager is responsible for leading and supporting environmental compliance and sustainability efforts across regional operations while ensuring adherence to all applicable regulatory, customer, and internal requirements. This role focuses heavily on managing environmental programs, monitoring regulatory compliance related to air, water, waste, and chemical handling, and driving continuous improvement in environmental performance. The position also supports procurement-related compliance activities, including completion of customer forms and adherence to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), while advancing sustainability initiatives through data tracking, reporting, and cross-functional collaboration.
In addition, this position supports and advances environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives at the regional level. The role focuses on improving environmental performance, ensuring compliance with applicable environmental regulations, and supporting sustainability goals through data tracking, reporting, and continuous improvement efforts.
**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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*include but are not limited to:
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**Environmental Compliance & Sustainability Initiatives
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Support the development and execution of environmental and sustainability programs within regional operations
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations (e.g., EPA, state agencies) related to air emissions, waste management, water discharge, and chemical handling
Track, analyze, and report environmental performance metrics for the region, including:
Assist in establishing environmental targets and continuous improvement plans at the site or regional level
Identify and implement opportunities to reduce environmental impact, including waste reduction, energy efficiency, and resource conservation
Support implementation and maintenance of environmental management systems (e.g., ISO 14001 or equivalent)
Assist with customer and regulatory sustainability reporting requirements specific to regional operations
Partner with operations teams to improve environmental practices in manufacturing processes
Support initiatives related to recycling, waste minimization, and sustainable material usage
Contribute to sustainability-related communications and reporting (internal and external)
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**Regulatory & Compliance Management
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Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations related to manufacturing operations, including environmental, health, and safety requirements
Maintain and support ITAR compliance programs, including documentation, training, and internal audits
Assist with compliance related to export controls and customer-specific requirements
Monitor regulatory changes and communicate impacts to relevant regional stakeholders
Maintain documentation and records necessary to demonstrate compliance during internal and external audits
**Procurement & Customer Compliance
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Complete and manage customer-required compliance documentation, including supplier questionnaires, environmental disclosures, and certifications
Partner with procurement, quality, and sales teams to ensure timely and accurate submission of compliance forms
Maintain records of compliance documentation and ensure audit readiness
Support supplier compliance initiatives, including environmental and sustainability assessments
Assist in evaluating supplier adherence to environmental and regulatory standards
**Auditing & Continuous Improvement
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Participate in internal and external audits related to compliance and environmental programs
Support environmental inspections and ensure corrective actions are implemented and tracked
Identify gaps in compliance and environmental performance and assist in developing corrective action plans
Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and work instructions related to compliance and environmental practices
Promote a culture of compliance, environmental responsibility, and ethical business practices across regional operations
**QUALIFICATIONS
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**Education & Experience
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Bachelor’s degree in Business, Environmental Science, Engineering, Sustainability, or related field preferred
2–5 years of experience in compliance, environmental, sustainability, regulatory affairs, or manufacturing environment
Experience with ITAR, export controls, or government contracting strongly preferred
Hands-on experience with environmental compliance, reporting, or sustainability initiatives preferred
Exposure to environmental regulations (e.g., EPA, state-level requirements) is highly desirable
**Skills & Competencies
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Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and documentation processes
Working knowledge of environmental compliance areas such as waste, air, water, and chemical management
Familiarity with sustainability frameworks, ESG concepts, or environmental reporting tools is a plus
Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret environmental and compliance data
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with ERP or environmental data systems a plus