Environmental Compliance Specialist

Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America•Eddyville, IA

3d•$75,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition, we are making significant advances in food and health with new ideas and innovative technologies. We are seeking candidates with energy and enthusiasm to be part of our growing team throughout North America. As an Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition employee, you are part of a diverse, innovative, and collaborative community committed to enhancing lives through nutrition and health. Our team is committed to providing amino acid-based solutions that create better lives for all. We do not use AI to screen applications. Applications and resumes of qualified applicants are reviewed by a real person because we value your time and believe each qualified applicant deserves thoughtful, human consideration. It’s an old ‑ fashioned approach—done with purpose. Our people are the key ingredient to our success. We offer a collaborative, innovative environment where you can grow your career and make an impact on global food and health solutions. We provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. This role educates team members as required for their specific roles and hazards which they are exposed to or are responsible for mitigation of, based off EPA, State of Iowa DNR, and Ajinomoto Environmental Programs. It confirms compliance with local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to Environmental Health and Safety. It partners with, and advises Management, Supervisors, Employees, Safety and Environmental Management Representative to ensure compliance with all regulations. Special focus on awareness education as well as annual requirements will be tasked under this role.

Requirements

5+ years of experience administering environmental compliance programs in an industrial manufacturing environment, including chemical, mechanical, and automated processes, environmental permitting, and projects involving construction, facility modifications, stormwater management, land disturbance, or other activities with potential environmental impacts.
Bachelor of Science preferred in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Natural Resources Management, Environmental Studies, Sustainability, Occupational and Environmental Health, or a closely related scientific or technical field.
Working knowledge of EPA, Iowa DNR, Title V, NPDES, SPCC, RCRA, SWPPP, SPCC, TRI TIER II, PSM/RPM, NFPA regulatory programs and ISO 14001/EMS programs.
Experience conducting environmental inspections, compliance audits, permit management, and regulatory reporting.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Outlook; ability to develop training materials, presentations, and compliance documentation.
Strong presentation and facilitation skills with the ability to effectively deliver environmental training to employees, contractors, and visitors in both classroom and field settings.
Ability to communicate environmental requirements and expectations clearly and professionally with all levels of the organization, contractors, regulatory agencies, and external stakeholders.
Excellent verbal, written, and active listening skills.
Ability to build credibility, influence behaviors, and effectively address resistance while maintaining professional working relationships.
Ability to provide field-based coaching, guidance, and compliance oversight to maintenance personnel, contractors, and operations teams.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing business needs, and respond effectively during environmental incidents or emergency situations.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
Sitting, standing, walking, repetitive use of hands/arms/legs, and eye/hand coordination for 4+ hours a day.
Occasional bending, reaching overhead, crouching, balancing, pushing or pulling.
Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
May be required to drive a car or truck on occasion.
Ability to wear respirators according to respiratory protection program.
Ability to perform outdoor environmental compliance activities, including annual stormwater sampling and inspections during rain events and varying weather conditions.
Ability to walk on uneven surfaces, navigate industrial and outdoor environments, and access sampling locations throughout the facility while collecting environmental samples.

Nice To Haves

Environmental compliance training, certifications, or continuing education applicable to the position preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations, permits, and company policies.
Stay current on environmental regulations, industry best practices, and emerging compliance requirements.
Support and promote environmental stewardship initiatives throughout the facility.
Utilize safe work practices and follow all company policies and procedures.
Make sound decisions without compromising environmental compliance, employee safety, product quality, or operational integrity.
Identify, document, and communicate environmental concerns or potential compliance risks and assist in implementing corrective actions.
Attend required training to maintain compliance knowledge and professional competency.
Coordinate and maintain environmental compliance programs, permits, inspections, and associated documentation
Assist with management and maintenance of the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System (EMS).
Monitor compliance requirements associated with air permits, water permits, hazardous waste regulations, stormwater management, and spill prevention programs.
Prepare and maintain environmental reports required by regulatory agencies and corporate compliance programs.
File reports as required by Compliance programs and corporate elements of reporting Ajinomoto Sustainability and A-SIS reporting
Support environmental reporting systems, databases, and recordkeeping requirements.
Monitor environmental objectives, targets, key performance indicators (KPIs), and compliance trends.
Support compliance activities associated with NPDES permits, water usage reporting, permitted well operations, and wastewater management programs.
Assist with environmental monitoring activities required by permits and regulatory programs.
Conduct environmental inspections, audits, assessments, and compliance reviews as scheduled.
Assist during regulatory inspections and maintain positive working relationships with regulatory agencies and external stakeholders.
Reviewing SDS for proper hazards assessment
Develop and deliver environmental compliance training programs for employees, contractors, and visitors.
Create training materials, presentations, and communication tools to support environmental awareness and regulatory compliance initiatives.
Collaborate with operations, maintenance, engineering, quality, and other departments to achieve environmental compliance objectives.
Identify opportunities for process improvements, waste reduction, pollution prevention, and environmental performance enhancement.
Assist in implementation of sustainability and continuous improvement initiatives.
Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready work environment consistent with GMP and company expectations.