Environmental Compliance Specialist
About The Position
Join a team where your knowledge of environmental compliance isn’t just valued - it’s essential to driving improvements. This role is ideal for professionals who are currently succeeding where they are- but looking for more ownership, more visibility, more impact, and an interest in becoming an Environmental Manager in the future. Gerdau has a strong global presence with mini-mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams, flat-rolled steel, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the automobile industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries. We have a culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation and creates products that serve humanity. An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability. A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology.
Requirements
- Associate degree with relevant work experience required.
- Experience in industrial regulations, Title V, air permits, RCRA, storm water quality, and reporting.
- Ability to work a Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm.
- Ability to communicate and work effectively with a variety of personalities and interests regarding work-related problems, compliance solutions, and regulatory issues.
- Ability to tolerate indoor and outdoor weather and plant noise with proper personal protection equipment.
- Strong organizational and team building skills.
- Able to manage projects and conduct inspections.
- Valid Driver's License.
Nice To Haves
- 15 years of progressive environmental compliance and regulatory experience preferred, with demonstrated leadership potential.
Responsibilities
- Train employees in environmental policy and establish new training tools and presentations.
- Establish long term waste disposal solutions which meet the needs of mill operations.
- Keep up to date with federal, state, and local environmental regulations by attending periodic training courses.
- Participate as directed in environmental compliance and remediation activities.
- Maintain divisions environmental files and reports.
- Conduct on-site inspections to ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and company environmental regulations and guidelines.
- Maintain productive relationships with mill management and regulatory personnel.
- Adhere to company policy, programs, and procedures.
- Maintain records and data management to meet State and Federal regulatory obligations.
- Monitor key compliance metrics and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Collects sample and data required for various environmental projects, reports, permits, and licenses.
- Prepare, submit, and timely file federal, state, and local environmental reports.
- Occasional travel may be required.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
- Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
- 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
- Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Annual Bonus
- Health Advocate Services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Career Path System and Training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
