Environmental Supervisor

The Opportunity:

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Environmental Supervisor to lead environmental compliance, hazardous waste management, and sustainability efforts across our site. This role plays a critical part in ensuring adherence to local, state, and federal environmental regulations while fostering a culture of environmental responsibility. The Environmental Supervisor will supervise Waste Water Treatment Plant employees, manage hazardous materials, while also driving strategic sustainability initiatives. The position serves as both a compliance leader and a change agent for continuous environmental improvement.

What We're Looking For
(Qualifications - Education/Training, Experience, and Certifications)

• Education: Bachelor's degree in science related field preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of supervisory experience in environmental compliance in an industrial, manufacturing, or municipal setting. Experience in managing union employees is a plus.
• Certifications:
  • Knowledge of EPA, RCRA, Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, and other applicable environmental regulations.
  • Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) certification preferred.
  • N4 certification for wastewater treatment is preferred.

Those Necessary to Perform the Job Competently
(Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• In-depth knowledge of environmental regulations, permitting processes, and waste management standards.
• Strong understanding of wastewater treatment processes and hazardous waste handling.
• Proficiency in maintaining regulatory documentation and preparing environmental reports.
• Ability to lead training sessions and promote regulatory compliance across teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and engage stakeholders in sustainability efforts.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on safety and compliance.

How You Will Thrive and Create an Impact
(Major Job Duties and Responsibilities)

• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to air emissions, water discharge, and hazardous waste.
• Oversee wastewater treatment operations and ensure all discharges meet environmental standards.
• Manage hazardous waste programs, including proper storage, labeling, handling, and disposal.
• Conduct regular inspections of waste storage and disposal sites.
• Maintain accurate records of waste handling, emissions, discharges, and compliance activities.
• Develop and deliver training for staff on hazardous waste.
• Respond to environmental emergencies and hazardous material incidents.
• Implement sustainability initiatives focused on waste reduction and resource efficiency.
• Conduct environmental impact assessments and sustainability audits.
• Engage internal stakeholders to drive awareness and participation in environmental programs.
• Research and recommend new sustainability technologies or practices to support continuous improvement.

Environmental Working Conditions & Physical Effort

Typically works in an office environment with adequate lighting and ventilation and a normal range of temperature and noise level.

• Work assignments are diversified. Examples of past precedent are used to resolve work problems. New alternatives may be developed to resolve problems.
• A frequent volume of work and deadlines impose strain on routine basis.
• Minimal physical effort is required. Work is mostly sedentary but does require walking, standing, bending, reaching, lifting or carrying objects that typically weigh less than 10 lbs.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

Pay Transparency:

The expected pre-tax pay for this position is

Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.comand let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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