Mill Environmental Manager Job at West Fraser (Solway)

Job Description

Environmental Health & Safety Mill Environmental Manager

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
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

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
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