Job purpose

Environmental Manager will be responsible for managing the environmental compliance and systems for the Joanna South Carolina OSB Mill and the Newberry South Carolina Lumber Mill. Compliance obligations involve Air Quality, Stormwater and Wastewater Quality, SPCC, Waste oversight and management, SARA, and other federal and state regulations. The Environmental Manager will report to the facility General Manager (GM), and indirectly to the Regional Environmental Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Provide oversight that the division achieves and maintains a superior level of environmental compliance and adherence to corporate policies.
• Develop understanding of the OSB manufacturing process, especially the components (e.g., Dryers, Presses, Energy Systems boilers, blenders, dust handling, etc.) that contribute to environmental impacts requiring monitoring and controls.
• Develop understanding of the Lumber manufacturing process, especially the components (e.g., Kilns, Sawmill and Plane Mill, Energy Systems boilers, dust handling, etc.) that contribute to environmental impacts requiring monitoring and controls.
• Implement, improve and standardize EMS key controls including permit and plan parsing, compliance calendars, government submittals, document control, internal communications, auditing and training.
• Training and mentoring of Division Leadership and Team Member staff on Environmental Obligations.
• Being self-driven, and highly accountable to achieve desired goals.
• Build working partnerships with qualified environmental consultants that provide services to the division, as well as relevant trade/technical organizations to maintain awareness of best practices, changes in rules and regulations, and other requirements.
• Establish and maintain trusting and credible relationships with state environmental regulators.
• Manage corrective actions from internal and corporately driven audits.
• Perform annual review and self-assessment of environmental compliance and adherence to corporate policies.
• Manage Division monthly environmental reporting program and prepare reports for Corporate Environmental Management via EMS system, and other means of communication.
• Actively participate in New Project Initiatives and New Equipment for potential Environmental impacts around permitting, effluent, waste streams and reporting.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications required to successfully perform this role. These are the qualifications that are necessary for someone to be considered for the position. A reasonable accommodation may be allowed for some aspects of the role as determined by Human Resources.

Education

• At least five (5) years of environmental experience at the facility or broader level in environmental management or engineering, preferably in wood products manufacturing. State or Federal Agency experience would also be equivalent. A four year degree graduate, with a Masters being optimal.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for all levels within the organization, and able to perform and work in a team-based atmosphere, driving continual environmental improvements and program excellence.
• Deep understanding of applicable federal and state environmental regulatory programs and permitting; including air quality regulations (Title V, PSD, NESHAPs, Boiler MACT, etc.), NPDES wastewater and stormwater; spill prevention control and countermeasures (SPCC), SARA 312/313, waste management, potable water, and TSCA.
• Experience with Construction Permitting processes within the air and water compliance disciplines, including expansion and project management.
• Background in the development of sustainable and standardized controls through the application of a highly functional Environmental Management System (EMS).
• Working knowledge of emissions controls (e.g., cyclones, baghouses, ESPs, scrubbers) and stormwater/wastewater treatment systems.
• Familiarity with environmental management systems, and ability to manage all compliance and sustainability program obligations in an organized, efficient manner.

Working conditions

Role requires a person to work in working conditions such as heat, cold, snow, rain, ice, frost, humidity, severe storms and so forth. Special working conditions may include regular evening and weekend work, shift work, working outdoors, working as a team regardless of challenge, and so forth. Exposure to noise, dirt, grease, water and sawdust is common.

Physical requirements

Physical ability to perform the essential job functions of the position, which includes climbing stairs, navigating catwalks, working at heights up to 30 feet above the ground.

Direct reports

This position has no direct reports. However, may have leadership responsibility of teams during down days and plant shut downs.

Our highly competitive compensation package and outstanding benefits include:
Benefits starting Day 1
Competitive starting pay
On-the-job training and
A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k with company match
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid vacations and holidays

Safety is one of West Fraser’s core values and our employees can expect a challenging, stable work environment with career development opportunities.

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If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, internal promotions, training, safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser: www.westfraser.com/jobs
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process. Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please.

West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB). We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company.

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace