Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental laws, regulations, and permits, including air emissions, wastewater management, hazardous waste disposal, and other environmental aspects specific to the manufacturing industry.

Develop and implement a comprehensive environmental and energy management strategy aligned with the organization’s sustainability goals, promoting resource conservation, waste reduction, and pollution prevention.

Identify energy-saving opportunities, monitor energy consumption, and implement initiatives to optimize energy efficiency throughout the manufacturing processes. This includes evaluating equipment performance, implementing energy-saving technologies, and promoting employee awareness and engagement in energy conservation practices.

Conduct regular assessments and audits to identify potential environmental risks and develop mitigation strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement appropriate controls and procedures to minimize environmental impact.

Prepare and submit accurate and timely environmental reports to regulatory agencies, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements. Maintain records and documentation related to environmental permits, monitoring data, and inspections.

Foster effective communication and collaboration with internal stakeholders, including management, operations, engineering, and maintenance teams, to promote environmental awareness and engagement throughout the organization.

Stay up to date with changes in environmental regulations, guidelines, and best practices relevant to the manufacturing industry. Develop and implement training programs to ensure employees’ understanding of and compliance with environmental policies and procedures.

Coordinate and conduct internal environmental audits to assess compliance, identify areas for improvement, and drive corrective actions to address any deficiencies.

Develop sustainability reports, including key performance indicators (KPIs) related to environmental and energy metrics. Analyze and communicate the results to stakeholders, highlighting progress, opportunities, and areas for improvement.

Develop, manage, and forecast the plant site’s energy and environmental budgets, including utilities, waste disposal, emissions compliance, sustainability initiatives, and capital improvement projects; monitor expenditures, analyze variances, and implement cost-control strategies to ensure alignment with financial and operational goals.

Proactively seek opportunities to enhance environmental performance, energy efficiency, and sustainability initiatives. Implement and drive continuous improvement projects and initiatives that align with the organization’s goals.

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Energy Management, or a related field. Advanced degree is a plus.

Proven experience in environmental management, energy conservation, or sustainability roles within the manufacturing industry.

Thorough knowledge of environmental regulations, permits, and compliance requirements relevant to manufacturing operations, including but not limited to Title V air permits, SPCC, SWPPP, etc.

Strong understanding of energy management principles, energy-efficient technologies, and best practices in the manufacturing industry.

Experience in conducting environmental audits, risk assessments, and managing environmental reporting and permitting processes.

Familiarity with sustainability frameworks and reporting standards, such as ISO 50001, ISO 14001 and Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), is highly desirable.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop effective solutions.

Strong project management abilities, with the capacity to lead and drive environmental initiatives across the organization.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Proficiency in using environmental management systems, data management tools, and Microsoft Office applications.

Professional certifications such as Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), or similar credentials are advantageous.

A commitment to staying updated on industry trends, regulations, and emerging practices related to environmental sustainability and energy management.

Must be highly organized and detail oriented.

Proven ability to meet and collaborate with external vendors, including leading and supporting contract negotiations.

Experience selecting, onboarding, and managing vendor relationships to ensure performance, cost-effectiveness, and service quality.

Comfortable working within a global organization, effectively navigating cultural and language differences.

Flexible with time zones and able to support international stakeholders across regions.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.

Work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive attitude and a willingness to take on new challenges.

Individual must thrive in a fast-paced environment in which he/she must be strategic yet tactical.

Able to speak persuasively in positive or negative situations.

Ability to portray customer, business, and solution focused leadership.

Exhibit a strong work ethic – willingness to do what it takes to get the job done.

Proven commitment to change and continuous improvement.

Exceptional communication skills – includes listening, leadership style, speaking, etc. to effectively communicate targets and goals to his/her team.

Must possess the ability to receive and give constructive feedback.

Capability to clearly present information and obtain others’ buy-ins.

The ability to provide direction and guidance to a group of people.

Must possess strong analytical and problem-solving ability, with affinity for resourcefulness, and self-driven entrepreneurial style.

Proven ability to motivate teams and manage conflict effectively.

The ability to act decisively and solve staff or equipment related problems.

Possess a mindset that embraces challenge and change.

Passion for metals, in general, and for project results, in specific, as well as clear willingness for self-development.

Must be able to motivate employees, exchange ideas and expectations in a productive manner, learn to be an adaptable and relatable leadership figure to others

Must be willing and physically able to observe and walk in a smelter environment.

Must be willing and physically able to work in varying cold and heat situations.

Could have times that are prolonged periods of walking, standing, and bending.

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

Ability to travel throughout the facility as required to conduct audits and make observations

Must wear all required PPE when in protected areas.

Required to reach and grasp with hands and reach with arms.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Willing and physically able to travel domestically and/or internationally if requested