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Outokumpu · 1 day ago

Environmental Specialist

Mobile County, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$76K/yr - $105K/yr

3+ years exp

Outokumpu Stainless Steel is the global leader in sustainable stainless steel, employing around 9,000 professionals worldwide. They are seeking an Environmental Specialist to ensure compliance with environmental regulations while promoting sustainability and safety at their plant site.

Advanced MaterialsManufacturingMiningPrecious Metals

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain a culture of safety for but not limited to: Self, Peers and Contractors utilized on a daily basis and for shutdowns/projects/remediation

Develop & maintain compliance associated with all laws including but not limited to Occupational Health and Safety and Environmental

Develop and maintain high levels of quality associated with but not limited to: Safety and environmental record retention, Customer service, Sampled discharged water to the environment, Sustainability with respect to Environmental topics

Develop and maintain a focus on profit including but not limited to: Costs associated with environmental compliance, Costs associated with service agreements, Consumable costs, Tools, training, and software costs, Project costs and return on investment analysis, Fines associated with not being in compliance

Develop and maintain the following communications including but not limited to: verbal, video conference; phone, email, text, other written notes

Develop and maintain presentation including but not limited to: Presentation of self and department teammates, Presentation of equipment and systems including housekeeping, organization, and preservation (such as painting)

Other duties as needed

Qualification

Environmental scienceEnvironmental engineeringHazardous materials managementRegulatory complianceWaste management lawsBiologyChemistryCommunicationPresentation skills

Required

High School diploma or GED

>3 years of full-time experience developing and implementing programs related to environmental compliance and hazardous materials management issues

In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements, interpretations, and health and safety programs

Understanding of environmental concerns for manufacturing field

General knowledge of the theory and principles of environmental protection and control

Familiarity with laws and regulations related to waste management and other environmental concerns

Ability to utilize personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toes shoes, goggles, respirator, safety harness, safety line, flotation gear, etc.) safely per OSHA standards

Must have the ability to climb in a safe manner (climbing as a minimum includes stairs and ramps) same as ability to walk long distances and demonstrate good balance on uneven terrain or maneuvering obstacles

Ability to withstand exposure to elevated ambient temperature for extended periods of time

Must be able to work in extreme heat

Exposure to wet and/or humid conditions, vibrations, dust and asphalt

Must be able to work in a high noise environment where the use of hearing protection is required

Ability to frequently use hands or fingers to handle or feel objects/materials

Ability to work in areas with strong magnetic fields

Bend, twist, lift, stand, walk, reach, see, move, and hear as required by specific position

Ability to frequently reach with hands and arms

Must be able to communicate utilizing radios, phones and/or intercom systems

Ability to perform physically demanding work including lifting and/or moving up to 50 lbs. utilizing proper lifting techniques

Preferred

Degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, biology, chemistry, or a related field

Benefits

Competitive benefit package including health, dental, disability, life and voluntary insurance options.

Time to recharge through PTO plus paid holidays and parental leave.

Work-life balance with a flexible work schedule so you can focus on your professional and personal priorities.

Retirement plan and company matching up to 4%

Employee Assistance Program.

Company

Outokumpu

Outokumpu is a manufacturing company that designs, produces, and markets stainless steel.

Founded in 1932

Helsinki, Southern Finland, FIN

5001-10000 employees

https://www.outokumpu.com

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