Environmental Programs Specialist

• Environmental Regulatory & Technical Subject Matter Expert (SME)
• Develop and maintain programs, policies, training, and procedures to support global compliance with environmental local, state, and federal rules, regulations, and international standards, including: Product regulations and chemical restrictions
• Air
• Wastewater and storm water
• Solid and hazardous waste
• Energy and greenhouse gas emissions
• Provide environmental technical support to the HSE audit program, findings and corrective actions
• Periodically serve as an HSE audit team member or leader
• Regulatory and sustainability reporting and recordkeeping
• Management systems and environmental performance metrics
• Facilitate environmental due diligence/assessments and strategy for global acquisitions, divestitures, site closures, remediation sites and real estate transactions
• Analyze data and trends to identify opportunities to create global programs to drive continuous improvement, resource conservation, and reduce Gates environmental footprint
• Lead investigations on environmental topics with follow-up on corrective actions to closure
• Lead life cycle assessments (LCAs) to quantify our environmental footprint
• Lead and facilitate special projects as needed
• Demonstrate ability to drive cultural change and inspire others to act through collaboration and influence
• Manage multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously
• Create projects, implement plans and manage budget for environmental programs
• Set measurable targets and implements management programs that include designation of responsibility, resources and timelines
• Guide and direct contractors and consultants, including bids and RFPs
• Strong influencing skills and adaptability to changes

• 10+ years of environment experience required in manufacturing industry (5+ Corporate level)
• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental management, Engineering or closely related field strongly preferred
• Broad based environmental regulatory expertise (air, water, waste) is a must
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required
• Strong computer skills are essential
• Industry relevant certifications with experience in remediation, due diligence, audits and acquisition integration preferred
• Demonstrated ability to conceptualize strategic vision and translate into tactical actionable plans
• Must be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, and in meeting tight deadlines
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills are required
• Demonstrated accomplishments working collaboratively with teams from different countries, cultures and languages
• Authoritative knowledge of global regulatory requirements on air, water, waste, chemicals, and energy and greenhouse gas management
• Ability to organize and lead HSE project teams
• Deliver HSE training
• Background and expertise in HSE recordkeeping, reporting, and compliance
• Works well under pressure, effectively handles conflict and demonstrates flexibility in work style to accommodate changing priorities and fixed deadlines
• Self-motivated, capable of seeking quality solutions and continuously focusing on process improvements, while keeping the needs of the business in the forefront
• Creates alignment on strategic vision and actionable items related to same
• Takes responsibility for personal development
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience in partnering with business leaders on developing and driving initiatives
• High Level interpersonal and leadership skills
• must be able to influence and coach across multiple levels within the company and locations
• including establishing global partnerships
• Demonstrated business acumen

Industry relevant certifications with experience in remediation, due diligence, audits and acquisition integration preferred

• Bonus Eligible: 10%
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
• Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued
• 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
• Tuition Reimbursement