EHS Specialist Job

Primary location: Macon, Georgia

Relocation offered: No

Employment status: Full-Time

Travel: <10%
Non-compete: No

The estimated base salary range for this role is $90,000 to $110,000 per year.

Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors (salary may be adjusted based on geographic location)

EHS Specialist

Reporting to the EHS Manager, the EHS Specialist will be responsible for leading environmental compliance and driving key sustainability initiatives in the manufacturing setting. As a direct report to the EHS Manager, this team member also plays a key role in managing the Wastewater Treatment facility and personnel. Additionally, the EHS Specialist must adhere to our guiding principles of integrity, commitment, and excellence.

What Youll Be Doing

• Serve as the primary environmental subject matter expert (SME) for the facility, providing guidance and support for a 24/7 manufacturing operation.
• Lead environmental compliance activities and ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations.
• Prepare and submit environmental reports and regulatory filings to agencies including the EPA and Georgia EPD.
• Manage environmental programs including:
• Title V Air Permitting
• NPDES Storm Water
• RCRA Waste Management
• NESHAP
• NSPS
• Oversee the Wastewater Treatment facility and supervise wastewater personnel.
• Partner with Operations to develop and implement sustainable manufacturing processes.
• Identify and execute environmental and sustainability improvement initiatives.
• Attend daily production meetings to communicate environmental performance and resource needs.
• Maintain regulatory documentation and environmental records in accordance with corporate standards.
• Develop and deliver environmental training and plant communications.
• Collaborate with Corporate EHS, regulatory agencies, and third-party consultants to maintain compliance and drive improvements.
• Support plant safety initiatives, serving as a backup to the EHS Manager and providing approximately 20% safety support.
• Supervise and develop a team of four direct reports.

What Will Make You Successful

• Strong working knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance programs within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities while supporting a fast-paced, 24/7 operation.
• Strong leadership skills with experience coaching and developing team members.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present environmental data and influence cross-functional stakeholders.
• Proven ability to partner with Operations to implement sustainable solutions and drive continuous improvement.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
• Effective document management and recordkeeping practices with a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to build productive relationships with regulatory agencies, consultants, corporate teams, and plant leadership.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Experience managing wastewater treatment operations and personnel.
• Expertise with environmental programs including Title V Air, NPDES, RCRA, NESHAP, and NSPS compliance.
• Experience leading sustainability initiatives within a manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience serving as the environmental lead for a large industrial facility.
• Demonstrated success managing external environmental consultants and regulatory inspections.
• Experience utilizing systems such as SharePoint, Teams, QCS, AutoCAD, and environmental reporting platforms.
• Ability to serve as both an environmental leader and a supporting safety resource.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of environmental compliance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance programs related to air, water, and waste management.
• Experience supporting production operations while maintaining environmental compliance.
• Proven ability to achieve performance objectives and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Experience supervising and developing a small team.
• Strong computer proficiency including Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Teams, QCS, AutoCAD, and regulatory reporting systems.
• Experience managing environmental consultants and external compliance resources.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse manufacturing environment.
• Travel requirement: Less than 10%.

AWI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants receive consideration for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status