Environmental and Sustainability Supervisor

Eaton Corporation•Minden, LA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: assisting with third-party recognitions, supporting deployment of MESH (Management of Environmental, Safety, Security, and Health) element champions, and maintaining effective training programs to ensure EHS regulatory and corporate standards are consistently met. Leads sustainability initiatives and collaborates cross-functionally with others to reduce landfill waste, carbon footprint, and energy and water usage. Determines and implements a system to measure and track carbon footprint and progress toward goals for reduction. Work with multiple departments to ensure best practices are being followed, sustainability goals are being reached, and to develop content to share externally. Maintains environmental wastewater and air emissions policies, investigates and problem-solves violations, and prepares reports and permit requirements. Reviews site environmental permits and ensures terms and conditions are understood and complied with, ensures required documentation is maintained and required regulatory reports are submitted to the respective agency, e.g., air discharge permits, storm water discharge permits, local waste water permits, etc. Manages hazardous waste identification, disposal procedures, documentation and training. Performs routine inspections of facilities and operations for environmental hazards and compliance and implements solutions to reduce or eliminate the risks. Interacts with OSHA, EPA and other local, State and Federal regulatory agencies. Only candidates residing within the immediate area of the Minden, LA facility (50-mile radius) will be considered for this position. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation. Works directly with employees, Assistant Supervisors, Supervisors, Managers, and employees to develop strong and collaborative working relationships. Utilizes proper PPE (including protective eyewear, hearing protection, a hard hat and steel-toed footwear), safety equipment, and follows all safety procedures. Ability and willingness to work outside in all weather conditions, including cold and heat. Ability to work from heights. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to walk distances. Ability to bend, climb and reach. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Clarity of vision, with or without corrective lenses.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution
Five years of working experience in an environmental, safety, or quality role in an industrial manufacturing environment
Minimum five years of environmental work experience and is familiar with compliance pertaining to air, water, and hazardous waste rules and regulations
Only candidates residing within the immediate area of the Minden, LA facility (50-mile radius) will be considered for this position. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.
Manages confidential information in an appropriate and professional matter
Takes initiative and work under limited supervision
Strong communication skills, bother verbal and written with the ability to engage effectively at all organizational levels
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability and willingness to engage in conversation with a variety of employees, contractors, guests, visitors, etc. in a positive and professional manner
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in recordkeeping and reporting
Works directly with employees, Assistant Supervisors, Supervisors, Managers, and employees to develop strong and collaborative working relationships
Utilizes proper PPE (including protective eyewear, hearing protection, a hard hat and steel-toed footwear), safety equipment, and follows all safety procedures
Ability and willingness to work outside in all weather conditions, including cold and heat
Ability to work from heights
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Ability to walk distances
Ability to bend, climb and reach
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Clarity of vision, with or without corrective lenses

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Sciences from an accredited institution
Hazmat or First Responder certification
Able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Responsibilities

Assisting with third-party recognitions
Supporting deployment of MESH (Management of Environmental, Safety, Security, and Health) element champions
Maintaining effective training programs to ensure EHS regulatory and corporate standards are consistently met
Leads sustainability initiatives and collaborates cross-functionally with others to reduce landfill waste, carbon footprint, and energy and water usage
Determines and implements a system to measure and track carbon footprint and progress toward goals for reduction
Work with multiple departments to ensure best practices are being followed, sustainability goals are being reached, and to develop content to share externally
Maintains environmental wastewater and air emissions policies, investigates and problem-solves violations, and prepares reports and permit requirements
Reviews site environmental permits and ensures terms and conditions are understood and complied with
Ensures required documentation is maintained and required regulatory reports are submitted to the respective agency, e.g., air discharge permits, storm water discharge permits, local waste water permits, etc.
Manages hazardous waste identification, disposal procedures, documentation and training
Performs routine inspections of facilities and operations for environmental hazards and compliance and implements solutions to reduce or eliminate the risks
Interacts with OSHA, EPA and other local, State and Federal regulatory agencies