Global Environmental Manager

Company Overview

Aurorium is the materials innovation partner that helps global manufacturers harness the power of possibility to make the world a better place. Their specialty ingredients and high-performance materials enhance quality of life, support health and wellness, and enable customers to deliver value-added solutions. Key industries served include household products, coatings & adhesives, energy & electronics, healthcare, food & beverages, agriculture, transportation, and paper & packaging. A Responsible Care® company, Aurorium follows the highest regulatory standards across all manufacturing facilities. The company’s global integrated supply chain offers the customer product consistency, easy access, supply security and reasonable turnaround on delivery. Aurorium is committed to operating at the highest levels of manufacturing consistency, quality control and safety.

Job Summary:

This is an opportunity to demonstrate and enhance your Environmental and Sustainability expertise and be involved in exciting projects that will offer the chance to provide technical solutions as a subject matter expert for US and International facilities! You'll need to be flexible in your approach to challenges and have a strong ability to think laterally in delivering systematic solutions. You will work with the Global EHS & Regulatory Compliance Team and play a key technical leadership role in the development of Aurorium best practices.

Responsibilities:

Role Specific Responsibilities:

• Take responsibility for the global compliance program management system as part of the Aurorium Responsible Care Management System (RCMS)
• Support development of environmental and sustainability compliance policies, processes, and work instructions
• Support organization and execution of regulatory working groups across functions
• Support global implementation of onboarding acquisitions
• Support the implementation and execution of EHS digital information system(s)
• Maintain and further develop the Aurorium global compliance calendar
• Regularly measure and create status reports on performance of environmental and sustainability compliance management system(s), based on KPls (e.g., non-compliance/permit deviations, wastewater, waste minimization, CO2 reduction, and water usage reduction)
• Support facilities (US and International) with multi-media permitting support (air, water, stormwater)
• Serve as a technical resource regarding emission calculations, air pollution control equipment, LDAR, RMP, source performance testing, developing waste profiles, etc.
• Support preparation and execution of top management business reviews and steering committees on global compliance
• Support execution of general and topic-specific trainings
• Basic understanding of safety quality and risk management principles, frameworks, methodology, and basic legal understanding
• Basic technical understanding and, ideally, first experience in working with legal requirements and regulations globally
• Leads coordination for global sites with third party compliance audit scheduling
• Superior written and verbal communication in English
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with individuals at all organizational levels
• Manages external consultants and their deliverables for outsourced projects, meeting expected timeframes and budgets
• Travel as needed (25 - 50%)
• Performs other duties as assigned

Compliance:

• Complies with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures, and arrangements
• Reports all Health, Safety and Environmental accidents, incidents and near misses promptly
• Acts in a safe and responsible manner at all times

Problem Solving and Innovation:

• Active participation in continuous improvement activities
• Participates in problem-solving
• Takes responsibility and ownership for own learning and development in the spirit of continuous improvement of both self and the business
• Assists in the training, mentoring, and assessment of other team members
• Exercises autonomy and judgement subject to overall direction or guidance

Qualifications/Desired Skills:

Education and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (e.g. chemical, civil, environmental); physical/Life Sciences and/or Environmental Management will be considered

Experience:

• A minimum of 7-10 years professional, relevant experience required
• Experience with managing complex systems (digital information; Intelex, other)
• Experience working with cross-functional EHS teams on developing policies/procedures and conducting auditing/assessment activates.
• Experience establishing sustainability metrics (e.g., CO2, water reduction, waste minimization).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Professional Certifications a plus: PE, REM, CHMM, ETC.
• Attention to detail with the ability to adapt quickly to changing business needs and priorities
• Ability to work within a multi-functional, global organizational structure and exhibits robust interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and ability to work within a fast-paced environment independently and within a team
• Critical thinking skills and analytical abilities which allow assessments of situations and opportunities
• Exhibits a passion for continuous improvement and problem solving
• Proficient in Microsoft office applications such as Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook, etc.
• Embodies the core values of Aurorium:
  • credible: keeps their word and honors their commitments, acts with integrity, and holds themselves accountable to their decisions and actions
  • outcome-oriented: adheres to an unparalleled standard of excellence in everything they do, to deliver results with real impact
  • driven: passionate about delivering authentic, world-class experiences that engage customers and inspire greatness
  • empowered accountability: empowered to achieve common goals and accountable for delivering performances and results that exceed standards

If you have the energy, drive, and passion for joining the Aurorium team, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!

Aurorium offers competitive total compensation packages, including benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k), disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, paid time off, and paid holidays.

Aurorium is a global Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of and will not be discriminated against based on gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability status, genetic information, or any other protected category.

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