We are seeking to hire a dynamic team player as an Environmental & Sustainability Program Specialist to join our team of experienced professionals in a manufacturing environment.
This position is responsible for managing and maintaining our Environmental systems to promote a proactive environmental culture while ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. The Environmental & Sustainability Program Specialist will drive continuous improvement efforts with the goal of achieving world-class environmental performance, to include developing, maintaining and implementation of the environmental programs for all VAM USA, VTA and Vallourec NA entities.
Incumbent will work as a team to provide oversight of site environmental compliance activities and programs, lead environmental initiatives, and inform management of critical environmental issues as necessary. Interface with site Safety personnel, operations personnel, other departments, and company presidents on a consistent basis. Oversee environmental internal reporting of key environmental indicators and external compliance reporting for all VAM USA, VTA and Vallourec NA locations ensuring timely and accurate submittals. Participate in continuous improvement teams and working groups, as required. This position will report directly to the EHS Director of North America.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
Become fully knowledgeable of all Vallourec NA Manufacturing Operating Procedures, to include safety policies.
Conduct assessments and audits to improve the environmental culture.
Develop new policies and procedures, as required.
Develop training material and programs and conduct employee/supervisor training, as required.
Build relationships through effective communication and responsiveness.
Support Company initiatives.
Be familiar with all site locations, processing operations, facility layout, and regulatory requirements.
Be familiar with Environmental regulations and interpret their application to each location
Perform field inspection activities for regulatory compliance
Manage environmental issues, permits and plans related to topics including stormwater, air, waste, wastewater, emergency plans, energy management, etc.
Be familiar with local, State and EPA environmental regulations (TX, LA, OK, OH)
Manage environmental initiatives as required to support company objectives
Report environmental indicators to internal and external parties, as required
Provide technical support in troubleshooting high level environmental issues
Write technical and management systems reports and documents
Bring together staff of different disciplines and lead a group to plan, formulate and agree to managing key environmental issues
Establish and maintain environmental controls and documentation procedures
Lead internal compliance audits and program evaluations
Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Adherence to Vallourec’s Core Values and culture of Safety, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Sound Judgment
Change Management
Service Orientation
Organizational Awareness
Teamwork and Collaboration
Skills, Knowledge & Ability:
Environmental regulatory knowledge
ISO 14001 knowledge
Outstanding communication skills
Highly organized and able to successfully manage multiple projects
Capable of working independently in a self-directed environment
Demonstrates organizational and time management skills.
Demonstrates an attention to detail and delivery of quality materials.
Ability to organize, facilitate, and manage meetings and tasks.
Experience with writing clear and concise reports
Ability to work independently and manage deadlines.
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, and Power Point
Outstanding customer service skills
Education, Training & Certifications
5+ Years’ experience working in an environmental compliance/management position, or related field
Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science or Engineering, or related field is required
Experience training team members
Related environmental certifications preferred
Knowledge of environmental regulations
Experience with ISO 14001 Integrated Management Systems, associated documentation, and audits
Experience working within steel industry preferred
Ability to read, write and speak well in English
Ability to understand and execute instructions well
Must be familiar with statistical and quality related software programs
Must be able to pass applicable testing as required
Must be available for periodic in-town and long-distance travel
Travel Requirements:
20% local and domestic travel is required
Supervisory Responsibilities:
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
