Environmental Specialist

Environmental Specialist

📍 Kent, WA

💰 $60/hour

⏱️ Duration: 3–9 Months

🕒 Schedule: M–F, 40 hours/week

Overview

ISS is seeking an Environmental Specialist to support a manufacturing facility in Kent, WA, for a global leader in advanced composite materials used in aerospace, defense, and industrial applications.

This role will serve as an on-site environmental resource, supporting compliance programs, regulatory reporting, and chemical management within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The position is open due to a staffing transition and requires a candidate who can step in quickly and operate independently.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support site environmental compliance programs in alignment with federal, state, and local regulations
• Maintain and support ISO 14001 environmental management system requirements
• Oversee hazardous waste program as a Large Quantity Generator (LQG)
• Support compliance with PSCAA air permits (non-Title V)
• Ensure compliance with stormwater requirements (no exposure permit)
• Prepare and submit Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) report (due in July)
• Conduct new chemical evaluations and support ongoing chemical approval processes
• Manage chemical inventory and ensure proper handling, storage, and documentation
• Partner with operations and shop floor personnel to reinforce environmental compliance and best practices
• Support audits, inspections, and internal reporting requirements

Qualifications

Required:

• Experience supporting environmental compliance in a manufacturing or industrial setting
• Strong working knowledge of environmental regulations (EPA, state/local)
• Experience with hazardous waste management (LQG preferred)
• Familiarity with air permitting and reporting requirements
• Ability to operate independently and manage multiple compliance programs

Preferred:

• ISO 14001 experience
• Experience with TRI reporting
• Background in chemical management or EHS support in manufacturing environments

Candidate Profile

• Outgoing and approachable; able to build relationships with shop floor personnel
• Hands-on, practical, and solutions-oriented
• Strong communicator with the ability to influence across operations
• Organized and detail-oriented with strong follow-through

Why This Opportunity

• Competitive $60/hour pay rate
• Immediate start with a defined project scope (3–9 months)
• Opportunity to support a high-performance advanced manufacturing environment
• Exposure to aerospace-grade materials and processes