Environmental Specialist
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Texarkana Aluminum
Texarkana, TX, US
Summary
The Environmental Specialist serves as the subject matter expert for environmental compliance, developing and implementing programs to ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations. They are responsible for managing environmental permits, conducting audits, and providing technical guidance to plant leadership to support safe and efficient manufacturing operations.
Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: Texarkana Aluminum - Texarkana, TX 75501Salary Range: $70,000.00 SalaryThe Environmental Specialist serves as the facility's environmental compliance subject matter expert by applying advanced scientific knowledge and independent professional judgment to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations. This position develops, implements, and continuously improves environmental compliance and sustainability programs that support safe, efficient manufacturing operations.
The Environmental Specialist evaluates complex environmental issues, interprets regulatory requirements, develops compliance strategies, assesses environmental risk, and provides technical guidance to plant leadership. Working with considerable independence, this position serves as the primary resource for environmental permitting, regulatory reporting, environmental management systems, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities and Duties
Environmental Compliance
Interpret and apply federal, state, and local environmental regulations affecting manufacturing operations.
Evaluate new and revised environmental regulations and determine operational impacts.
Develop and implement compliance strategies that ensure adherence to applicable environmental requirements.
Maintain environmental permits and ensure permit conditions are effectively implemented throughout the facility.
Prepare and certify environmental reports submitted to regulatory agencies.
Serve as the facility's technical representative during regulatory inspections, audits, and agency inquiries.
Investigate environmental compliance issues and develop corrective and preventive actions.
Environmental Management Systems
Maintain and continually improve the Environmental Management System (EMS) consistent with ISO 14001.
Plan and conduct internal environmental audits.
Perform compliance assessments and environmental gap analyses.
Develop environmental policies, procedures, standards, and work instructions.
Air Quality Compliance
Manage environmental compliance activities associated with:
Title V Operating Permit
Air emission inventories
Emission calculations
Baghouses
Thermal oxidizers
Job Type:
Full-Time
8 hr. shifts
Ability to work/relocate to Nash, TX 75569: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Health & Welfare Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Short & Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Paid Time Off
Holidays (11 company holidays)
**The posted salary range is the anticipated starting range for the position. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, skills, and other job-related factors.**
QualificationsQualifications and Education Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, Industrial Hygiene, or related scientific discipline.
Three or more years of environmental compliance experience in manufacturing or heavy industry.
Working knowledge of:
Clean Air Act
Clean Water Act
RCRA
EPCRA
SPCC
TSCA
Experience interpreting environmental regulations.
Strong analytical and technical writing skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Exposure to high temperatures, heavy machinery, and fast-paced operations.
Adherence to strict safety protocols and required use of PPE at all times.
