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Vulcan Elements
Vulcan Elements

Environmental Manager

Department
Operations
Location
Research Triangle Park, NC
Remote
On-site
Experience
0+ years
US Work Authorization
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About the role

<p>Vulcan Elements is manufacturing American rare-earth permanent magnets for a secure, resilient future. With a focus on national security and economic resiliency, we serve critical industries such as defense, aerospace, and automotive powering a high-technology future. Vulcan Elements is building a team of ambitious professionals committed to Mission Focus, Technical Excellence and Transparency.<br><br>As an Environmental Manager you will establish and lead programs that ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and permits and prepare Vulcan Elements sites for future environmental compliance and stewardship.<br><br><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Develop and maintain programs and permits including but not limited to an air permit, stormwater permit, wastewater permit, hazardous materials, chemical exposure monitoring, and sustainability.</li> <li>Conduct training, investigations, sampling, audits, and compliance reporting required by local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.</li> <li>Develop a rapport with and be the liaison to regulatory agencies and ensure timely reporting and remediation of issues.</li> <li>Develop and manage hazardous materials program as it relates to waste management, disposal, recycling, and any regulatory requirements.</li> <li>Implement spill response procedures and ensure proper storage and labeling of all containers.</li> <li>Investigate and document permit exceedances and ensure effective corrective actions.</li> <li>Maintain and update all SDSs related to Vulcan Elements facilities.</li> <li>Establish and track KPIs and metrics while monitoring trends and driving continuous improvement.</li> <li>Implement and manage a program related to green initiatives and sustainability.</li> <li>Monitor workplace environments ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.</li> <li>Ensure attainment and maintenance of ISO 14001 certification.</li> </ul> <p><em>Responsibilities and tasks outlined are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the business</em></p> <p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, chemistry, environmental engineering, or a relevant field</li> <li>At least 4 years in environmental management for a manufacturing facility</li> <li>Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements for stormwater, air, hazardous materials management and wastewater</li> <li>SDS creation and system management</li> <li>Experience with ISO 14001</li> <li>Experience with green initiatives</li> <li>Excellent communication and training skills</li> <li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills</li> <li>Strong written and verbal communication skills</li> <li>Familiarity with emergency response and crisis management</li> <li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively</li> <li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications</li> </ul> <p><em>Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities.</em></p> <p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li>Strong presentation skills</li> <li>Supervisory experience</li> <li>CHMM certification</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><br><em><br><br></em></p>
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