Environmental Specialist

Eaton Corporation•Orchard Park, NY

7d•$86,000 - $126,000•Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s IS AER MSD division is seeking an Environmental Specialist based in Orchard Park, New York. The role works with the Environmental, Safety and Health (EHS) Site Lead to help ensure site compliance with environmental and health regulations and to advance sustainability. The position oversees environmental compliance programs, supports the site’s EHS culture and management systems, and works with employees and regulatory agencies. The stated annual salary range is $86,000–$126,000; actual pay depends on candidate skills, experience, qualifications, and market and business considerations. The role requires working in office, indoor, and outdoor industrial environments, occasional travel, and the ability to lift up to 35 pounds occasionally and climb stairs and ladders. Candidates must currently reside within 50 miles of Orchard Park, NY, unless they are an active-duty military service member. Relocation and immigration sponsorship are not offered. Access to export-controlled information requires the applicant to meet the stated U.S. person definition.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Management, Environmental Engineering, Safety Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or another EHS-related field, plus at least 1 year of experience with specific environmental programs; or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution plus 3 years of experience with specific environmental programs.
Experience with environmental programs such as Tier II, TRI (EPCRA), NESHAP, NRS, Clean Air Act, stormwater, industrial wastewater, RCRA, CERCLA, or SPCC.
Experience with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and basic computer applications.
Ability to work in an office, indoor, and outdoor industrial environment.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds occasionally and climb stairs and ladders.
Ability to travel occasionally.
Knowledge of manufacturing practices and processes and their relationship to environmental, safety, and health risks.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, including the ability to develop multiple solutions and make valid recommendations.
Ability to listen effectively and express ideas clearly in a team environment.
Good organizational skills and ability to independently prioritize daily activities to meet department objectives.
Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to make independent judgments on technical issues.
Must currently reside within 50 miles of Orchard Park, NY, unless exempt as an active-duty military service member.
Must meet the stated U.S. person definition for access to export-controlled information.
Eaton does not offer employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Management, Environmental Engineering, Safety Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or another EHS-related field.
CSP or CHMM certification.

Responsibilities

Provide technical oversight to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations, including RCRA, SWPPP, air, wastewater, and GHS requirements.
Develop and manage compliance training and site-wide communications related to environmental compliance.
Provide technical guidance and support for Eaton’s management-of-change process for new processes, equipment, chemicals, facilities, and similar changes.
Serve as liaison with external regulatory agencies during environmental compliance audits and follow up to ensure satisfactory compliance.
Investigate incidents involving spills, employee chemical exposure, waste disposal, and related issues, and ensure corrective actions are taken.
Conduct internal audits and risk assessments, and ensure compliance activities and reports are completed accurately and on time.
Develop strategic and tactical environmental and sustainability plans, including environmental objectives, targets, and metrics.
Support behavior-based safety programs and collaborate with employees to promote a zero-incident EHS culture.
Promote employee engagement through the Safety Committee, safety-related RIE events, and weekly GEMBA walks.
Drive assignment and engagement of MESH element champions, support the annual MESH Assessment, and ensure action plans are completed on time.
Oversee the ISO 14001 environmental management system and its continuous improvement.
Manage facility environmental compliance programs, including stormwater, wastewater, and chemical management programs.
Ensure compliance reports are submitted accurately and on time, including monthly wastewater reports, annual Tier 2 reports, minor source emission inventories, and TRI reports.
Maintain plant emergency response plans and ensure drills are conducted to document plan effectiveness.
Provide support and assistance to the EHS Department as needed.