Environmental & Sustainability Manager

Ortec

Easley, South Carolina

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Air Quality, Chemical Engineering, Communication Skills, Computer Networks, Corporate Compliance, Data Analysis, Dental Insurance, Due Diligence, Emerging Technology, Employee Assistance Plan, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Compliance, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Sciences, Environmental Work, Federal Laws and Regulations, Internal Audit, Interpersonal Skills, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Organizational Skills, Project/Program Management, Quality Metrics, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Reporting Skills, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Root Cause Analysis, Safety/Work Safety, Service Delivery, State Laws and Regulations, Sustainability, Team Player, Vision Plan, Waste Disposal, Water Quality Testing, Water Treatment
LOCATION
Easley, South Carolina
POSTED
1 day ago

Ortec has been providing custom chemical solutions and personalized service since 1980. With three plants and over 300 employees, we can meet the production needs of our customers while maintaining a high level of personalized service. We are large enough to get the job done, yet small enough to care. Even as the company grows and develops new services, we never forget the values that made us who we are as a company.

We are a team. A family. A group of smart, talented, big-hearted individuals working together for the success of our customers and the growth of our communities.

AND WE HONOR OUR COMMITMENTS

What we do at Ortec is complicated at times. Why we do what we do is not complicated: We want to make a difference for our customers and our communities around us. How we do what we do is also not complicated: everything starts with Integrity.

WHY ORTEC? The foundation of Ortec is our talented, dedicated employees. Our commitment to delivering chemical manufacturing services with measurable quality has made us a trusted partner to some of the most familiar names in business. Our success is drawn from the experience, energy and teamwork of our employees, who consistently deliver results by anticipating change and executing solutions with confidence and passion. At Ortec, you'll be working with the latest technologies and tools, not to mention some of the industry's best and brightest minds. From the top down, this type of commitment and energy is radiated throughout the company. The result is a growing, dynamic, and rewarding place to work a company where we work as many and we win as one. You are a name, not a number!

We offer an excellent benefit package, including:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Company Paid Short-Term Disability and AD&D

On-Site Nurse

Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan

401k with match

And much more...

 

The role of the Environmental Compliance & Sustainability Manager is to assist in the management of the environmental programs, which include air quality, water quality, and solid wastes issues, to ensure that the company complies with all federal, state, and local regulations.

 
Essential Functions

Compliance, Audit & Recordkeeping
Collaborate with consultants, Engineering Department, and EHS Director to prepare, obtain and renew all plant environmental permit applications, including but not limited to:
Air quality permits
Water quality permits
Waste water treatment programs
Solid waste authorizations, profiles and manifests
Perform EHS audits in accordance with company’s written procedures to ensure that corrective and preventative actions (CAPAs) are being completed
Lead compliance with EPA requirements, including the timely submission of all required reports and notices to Federal, State and local entities
Develop, Revise and Maintain Corporate environmental procedures
Manage all corporate environmental records and files to ensure regulatory recordkeeping requirements
 
Auditing & Compliance
Lead efforts to ensure compliance with all applicable Federal, State and Local Environmental regulations
Act as lead in internal audits and assessments of each Plant’s Environmental program
Monitor professional literature and attend seminars to stay current with governmental compliance requirements
 
Risk Assessment & Document Control
Evaluate hazards within the facilities for environmental risks
Manage environmental records and documents so they are always accessible according to regulations
Maintain and develop filing systems, for all documents and records for corporate programs
Lead root cause analysis for environmental incidents to include spills, exceedances and administrative violations to prevent recurrence
 
Additional Duties
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as directed by the EHS Director
 
Position Criteria
  • Demonstrable experience in project management, site investigation, data evaluation, validation and visualization, due diligence, report preparation, report review, interaction of environmental conditions and regulations
  • Candidates must be well versed in state and federal environmental regulations and applications.
  • Ability to synthesize data and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with others
  •  Excellent organizational, interpersonal skills.
  •  Motivated self-starter and able to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Exemplify safe work practices and follow the company's compliance standards.
 
Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental or Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science or Environmental discipline from an accredited institution
  • Working knowledge of TSCA, Tier II, RCRA, EPCRA and air permitting (non-title V)
  • Minimum of 5 years working in an Environmental Compliance role
  • Minimum of 3 years working in a Manufacturing environment
  • Ability to work in US without Company sponsorship
 
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in environmental or chemical Engineering
  • Experience working in Chemical manufacturing industry
  • Experience in industrial waste disposal processes
  • Experience in sustainability tools (footprint etc.)
 

About the Company

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