Sustainability- Waste Lead

Micron•Boise, ID

6d•$111,000 - $190,000

About The Position

Micron Technology is seeking a Sustainability- Waste Lead to develop and implement site-wide strategies to reduce waste generation and increase reuse, recycling, recovery, and landfill diversion across Fab4 TD/HVM and Fab20. The role leads waste characterization, forecasting, and management planning, and ensures compliance with applicable environmental regulations, permits, policies, and reporting requirements. The position works with Facilities, Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Construction, and Procurement to incorporate waste reduction and circularity into operational and project decisions. It also manages waste-service partnerships and disposal pathways, analyzes performance data, develops metrics and reporting, and leads projects to improve waste handling, source reduction, recycling infrastructure, and resource recovery. AI and advanced analytics are used to find efficiencies and improve program performance. This is a full-time position. The estimated US base salary range is $111,000–$190,000 per year. Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses, and equity. Micron benefits include medical, dental, and vision plans; income-protection programs; paid family leave; paid time off; and paid holidays.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Sustainability, or a related technical field.
At least 5 years of experience in environmental compliance, waste management, sustainability, manufacturing operations, or a related field.
Demonstrated knowledge of waste regulations, waste characterization, recycling programs, and environmental management systems.
Experience leading multifunctional initiatives and influencing collaborators across multiple organizational levels.
Strong analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

Experience in semiconductor manufacturing, advanced manufacturing, or other highly regulated industrial environments.
Knowledge of circular economy principles, zero-waste programs, and sustainability reporting frameworks.
Experience managing waste-service providers, contract negotiations, and vendor performance programs.
Proficiency with data analytics, business intelligence tools, and AI-enabled solutions to drive operational improvements.
Professional certifications such as CHMM, REM, CSP, or equivalent environmental or sustainability credentials.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement site-wide strategies to reduce waste generation and increase reuse, recycling, recovery, and landfill diversion across Fab4 TD/HVM and Fab20.
Lead waste characterization, forecasting, and management planning to address evolving waste streams and operational requirements.
Ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations, permits, policies, and waste-management reporting requirements.
Establish and optimize waste-service partnerships, vendor strategies, and disposal pathways to support sustainability, compliance, and cost objectives.
Collaborate with Facilities, Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Construction, and Procurement to integrate waste reduction and circularity into operational and project decisions.
Analyze waste performance data, identify improvement opportunities, and develop metrics, dashboards, and reporting to drive accountability and results.
Lead and support projects that improve waste handling, source reduction, recycling infrastructure, and resource recovery capabilities.
Apply AI and advanced analytics tools to identify efficiency improvements, optimize waste-management processes, and enhance program performance.