Sr Specialist - Environmental

Westlake•Calvert City, KY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

As an individual contributor on the Performance and Essential Material (PEM) Team in North America, the Sr Specialist - Environmental develops and coordinates policies, procedures, proactive management systems, checks and balances, and other systems to support effective environmental compliance and continuous improvement at the Calvert City facility. The position works closely with site manufacturing units to address stakeholder needs, contributes to the Calvert City HSE team, and acts independently under the guidance of the Sr. Manager - HSE. The role provides visible leadership and environmental subject matter expertise to the site HSE team. It collaborates with manufacturing stakeholders to develop site improvement plans, integrates environmental concepts into daily work, and manages records and interactions related to legal requirements. The position coordinates the CERCLA/remediation project, including document control, internal data coordination, action plans, and engagement with government officials, technical experts, and legal representatives. It also coordinates strategies to maintain compliance and, where needed, supports plans to restore compliance with applicable regulatory and permit requirements. The job is performed mainly in manufacturing and office settings, and physical presence is required. Work may involve operating units, enclosed spaces, exposure to hazards and outdoor elements, use of required personal protective equipment, and occasional air or automobile travel. The employee must be able to respond to facility emergency alarms and evacuate when required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, or a related field.
10 years of progressive experience in environmental, operations, maintenance, or engineering work; chemical manufacturing experience is preferred.
Strong knowledge of environmental regulations applicable to petrochemical plants and general manufacturing.
Strong collaboration, facilitation, organization, interpersonal, and computer skills.
Good working knowledge of related databases and applications.
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
Ability to develop and manage multiple projects.
Positive, passionate, integral, and accountable approach to work.
Conflict-resolution skills to achieve desired outcomes.
Possess or be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential from the Transportation Security Administration.
Ability to work in manufacturing and office settings, including enclosed spaces and areas with hazards; use required PPE; respond to audible emergency alarms; and evacuate when required.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, use arms, hands, and fingers for work tasks, talk and hear, occasionally bend or stoop, and move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 5 pounds regularly, up to 10 pounds frequently, and up to 15 pounds occasionally.
Vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjustment of focus.

Nice To Haves

Progressive environmental, operations, maintenance, or engineering experience in chemical manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Provide visible and engaged leadership within the Calvert City HSE team.
Serve as an environmental subject matter expert for the Calvert City HSE team.
Collaborate with manufacturing stakeholders to influence site improvement plans and actions that drive continuous improvement and compliance with environmental policy requirements.
Interact with government officials, third-party subject matter experts, legal counsel, third parties, and other departments as needed to meet site requirements and goals.
Work with the line organization to integrate environmental concepts into daily work activities.
Manage recordkeeping and coordinate with experts, counsel, and third parties regarding legal requirements applicable to the Calvert City site.
Coordinate all activities associated with the CERCLA/remediation project.
Maintain a comprehensive recordkeeping system with checks and balances to ensure documents are complete and accurate.
Coordinate internal environmental and project-management data and develop action plans needed for continuous compliance.
Coordinate strategies to maintain existing compliance and, where non-compliance exists, help develop an action plan to return the site to compliance.
Address applicable EPA/KDEP regulatory requirements, including CERCLA, NSPS, NESHAP, HON, and MACT standards, as well as Air, Title V, Water, and Waste permit requirements.
Perform duties in a manner that protects personal and others’ safety, and promptly report safety, health, or environmental issues or incidents to the Sr. Manager - HSE.
Perform other duties and tasks as assigned or directed by the Sr. Manager - HSE.