Environmental Sr. Specialist

Hankook Tire•Clarksville, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Environmental Sr. Specialist to plan, lead, direct, develop, and coordinate the policies, procedures, activities, and staff of the Environmental Unit within the EHS Team. To effectively lead and support technical and behavioral compliance with all environmental related regulations and drive activities for a safe and environmentally sound workplace. To remain up to date with EHS related laws and regulations, communicate timely with the workforce and support modification of company documents and/or practices to ensure ongoing compliance with federal, state and local laws.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, or equivalent experience in environmental compliance, air permitting, stormwater/wastewater management, or hazardous materials management may be considered in lieu of degree specialization with a bachelor’s degree in a related field
2+ years of relevant manufacturing experience including ISO 14001 and experience with TDEC air, stormwater, and wastewater permits
Good command of written and spoken English
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications
Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times; talking to others to convey information effectively
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions

Nice To Haves

Certifications such as CPESC, RCRA, DOT Hazmat, ISO 14001 Lead Auditor, CHMM, and SPCC
Experience with hazardous waste and industrial waste management
Previous experience in the tire manufacturing industry

Responsibilities

Maintaining site’s Environmental Management System to ensure adherence to ISO 14001
Managing all air permits (Title V or Synthetic Minor) including permit applications, renewals, and modifications
Calculating emissions, PTE, and maintaining emission inventories
Conducting monthly/quarterly/annual compliance monitoring and record keeping
Maintaining SWPPP and ensuring BMP implementation
Conducting monthly, quarterly, and annual stormwater inspections
Performing benchmark sampling and submitting DMRs
Managing corrective actions for exceedances
Managing wastewater sampling, monitoring, and reporting
Ensuring compliance with discharge limits and pretreatment requirements
Maintaining permits, logs, and corrective actions
Coordinating with municipal or state regulators
Managing industrial waste, scrap, and recycling programs
Ensuring proper labeling, storage, and accumulation area compliance
Coordinating timely waste/scrap pickups to maintain clean operations
Training employees on waste segregation and handling
Conducting routine waste area inspections
Maintaining SDS library and chemical inventory
Reviewing and approving new chemicals
Ensuring proper storage, labeling, and hazard communication
Supporting process safety and chemical compatibility reviews
Maintaining SPCC plan and conducting required inspections
Leading spill response and root cause investigations
Training employees on spill response procedures
Ensuring secondary containment and proper storage of oils/chemicals
Perform other duties as assigned by management