What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Specialist position at James Hardie?
James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®.
With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.
For more information, visit www.jameshardie.com.
Summary
The Environmental Specialist supports the facility in developing both short and long term improvement strategies and coaches all team members on environmental issues. The incumbent ensures the proper management of the environmental processes and provides feedback on strengths and focus areas to the EH&S Manager and Department Managers. In addition, the incumbent will develop and facilitate new environmental training programs. As a member of the EH&S team the Environmental Specialist reports to the EH&S Manager.
What You’ll Do:
Duties of this position include but are not limited to:
The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.
I.E- Applicant will have additional responsibilities in Facility Safety as well as day to day Environmental duties.
What You’ll Bring:
Required:
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $95k to $105k. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits and you will be eligible to participate in a bonus plan.
At James Hardie, we recognize that our success depends on our people. We've worked hard to build a generous and competitive benefits program that demonstrates our commitment to our employees.
James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies.
The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.
With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.
For more information, visit www.jameshardie.com.
Summary
The Environmental Specialist supports the facility in developing both short and long term improvement strategies and coaches all team members on environmental issues. The incumbent ensures the proper management of the environmental processes and provides feedback on strengths and focus areas to the EH&S Manager and Department Managers. In addition, the incumbent will develop and facilitate new environmental training programs. As a member of the EH&S team the Environmental Specialist reports to the EH&S Manager.
What You’ll Do:
Duties of this position include but are not limited to:
- Developing and maintaining management information systems which
- Maintain Air Permit requirements
- Be well versed in Title V, NSR, VEEC, and PBR Amendments and Alterations
- Maintain Wastewater Permit requirements and reporting
- Updating and delivering employee training programs related to hazardous materials and industrial waste.
- Maintaining accurate records related to chemical inventories, complaint investigations, and shipments of hazardous and industrial wastes.
- Keeping informed of current and proposed regulations related to program areas assigned.
- Maintaining of all waste profiles with waste contractor
- Maintaining waste stream inventory and arranging for transportation to disposal sites
- Recommending and coordinating the development of programs needed by the district to comply with hazardous materials regulations.
- Facility coordination with regulatory agencies in regard to industrial/hazardous waste (IHW) materials.
- Disseminating Right-to-Know, GHS, and SDS information.
- Maintaining of all SDS into ShareDrive and SDS Database
- Performing other duties as assigned.
- Ensuring EIQ, TRI, Tier II, SW3P, SPCC, and Annual Waste summary reports are properly completed as necessary;
- Staying abreast of new regulations pertaining to environmental reporting and conveying changes to plant management staff;
- Utilizing spreadsheets and other tools for reporting to enhance consistency across plant operations (i.e. spreadsheets, methodologies, and emission calculation techniques, etc.); and
The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.
I.E- Applicant will have additional responsibilities in Facility Safety as well as day to day Environmental duties.
What You’ll Bring:
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Required:
- Ability to understand, comply with and communicate all federal, state, and local environmental regulations (EPA, TCEQ, and LEPC or other Regulatory Agencies).
- Knowledge and ability to update environmental policies and procedures manuals.
- Ability to coach personnel on how to perform audits of job sites, manufacturing, and plant operations.
- Ability to coach personnel on how to thoroughly investigate spills and development of effective corrective action recommendations.
- Ability to manage the flow of all required reports and documentation.
- Demonstrated intermediate skills with the standard features of various personal computer word processing and spreadsheet software (Microsoft Word and Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, and other proprietary software).
- Sound judgment, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to deliver sustainable and superior results.
Required:
- Bachelors Degree Preferred not required in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related discipline.
- Minimum of 4 to 5 years of related environmental experience.
- Working knowledge of TX air quality regulations, Title V, NSR, PBR and compliance requirements, emission calculation procedures and air pollution control technologies.
- Multi-media environmental background (SW3P, SPCC, RCRA, TPDES, STEERS’s, etc.) a plus.
- Excellent written communication and oral communication skills required.
- HAZWOPER- 40 Hour
- DOT Hazardous Materials Transportation
- RCRA Hazardous Waste Management Proficient in spreadsheets, word processing, and database software, including Microsoft Office suite.
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $95k to $105k. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits and you will be eligible to participate in a bonus plan.
At James Hardie, we recognize that our success depends on our people. We've worked hard to build a generous and competitive benefits program that demonstrates our commitment to our employees.
- Compensation: competitive salary and bonus eligibility
- Insurance: day-one health coverage medical, dental, vision, life insurance
- Paid Time Off: vacation and company holidays
- Retirement: 401(k) with 6% match
- Investments: Employee Stock Purchase plan (ESP)
- Work-Life Balance: parental leave, wellness programs
- Purpose. Impact. Community: Sustainability Initiatives | James Hardie
James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies.
The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.
Salary : $95,000 - $105,000