Environmental Manager

Job DescriptionCareer Renew is recruiting for one of its clients an Environmental Manager in Columbus, MS.

The Job You Will Perform:

Responsible for environmental compliance for air, effluent, solid waste, and hazardous waste streams and systems of the Columbus Mill and Columbus Modified Fiber sites

Identify, assess, and recommend approaches to ensure the Mill maintains compliance and resolve potential non-compliance in a timely and cost effective manner, engaging key stakeholders throughout.

Provide leadership to a group of laboratory technicians and engineers through performance management and professional development

Align environmental strategies for the Mill to achieve Company, Business and Mill objectives including Sustainability goals

Provide support during development and implementation of regulatory compliance projects and programs

Promote and utilize employee engagement to achieve desired results in the environmental area

Interact with corporate leaders, regulatory agencies, and subject matter experts

Manage complex environmental permitting and regulatory tracking for the mill

Manage resources such as consultants and/or salaried staff as required to prepare accurate and timely compliance reports and permits

Investigate and identify root cause for environmental incidents including near misses

Manages the lab, which includes quality testing for the pulp dryer

Serve on weekend rotation team

The Skills You Will Bring:

Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or environmental sciences/management or related degree.

Eight plus (8+) years’ experience in a manufacturing environment and environmental field; forest products industry .

Experience with regulatory & electronic reporting systems (e.g., Title V, MACT, DMR) is .

Knowledgeable of emerging environmental regulations

Strong working knowledge of air regulations

Understanding of all other Environmental areas: water/waste/chemical, etc.

Track record of success in working in a team environment

Capable of managing multiple concurrent tasks

Good verbal and written communication skills

Good computer skills in common applications, i.e., Microsoft Word and Excel

Strong written & verbal communication skills; presentation and training delivery skills

Ability to drive changes to achieve IP Vision 2030 Goals for EHS and Sustainability

Competencies:

Drive for results

Managing vision and purpose

People development

Managing through systems

Managerial courage

Problem solving

Building effective teams

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

We offer a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.