Environmental Specialist

at Dyno Nobel Inc. in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Job Brief
Responsible for providing compliance assistance with environmental regulations and keeps abreast of any changes to laws and regulations that impact the organization.

Who We Are
Dyno Nobel is a global leader in the commercial explosives industry. We provide innovative blasting solutions and quality explosives products throughout North America, Australia, and selected customers in the Asia Pacific.
Join us in everything that's great about Dyno Nobel: OUR culture, OUR values, OUR commitment to safety, and most importantly our PEOPLE. This combination makes Dyno Nobel a terrific place to work.
Dyno Nobel is a subsidiary of Australian-based Incitec Pivot Limited. IPL's 4500 employees also manufacture and market industrial chemicals and fertilizer products & services to customers around the world.

What You'll Do
As the Environmental Specialist, you will coordinate federal and multi-state implementation of environmental compliance and company policies and programs related to environmental management systems and sustainable development. You will be responsible for providing compliance assistance with environmental regulations and keeps abreast of any changes to laws and regulations that impact the organization. Other duties include:
Oversees and/or performs the work necessary to ensure adherence to environmental regulations and attainment of business values and objectives
Becomes involved in the design and development of new facilities, structures, processes, and projects and makes environmental recommendations accordingly.
Prepares, maintains, and updates environmental plans, permits, and procedures.
Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the industry.
Demonstrate a commitment to the pursuit of achieving Zero Harm through behavioral based safety.
Stay abreast of environmental regulations to assist compliance efforts and serve as a technical resource for the company. Take note of any regulatory changes impacting the company and work with all levels of management to resolve existing or potential issues.
Complete, or work with company personnel on any needed environmental permitting applications, renewals and modifications or other document submissions that may be required.
Maintain and/or enhance database(s) pertaining to environmental permit compliance of company operations.
Prepare and review document submissions to state and federal agencies to monitor compliance status.
Provide technical advice and/or on-site support during federal or state inspections.
Conduct internal audits and environmental site assessment to ensure compliance with Dyno Management Standards and local, state, and federal regulations.

What We're Looking For:
Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related discipline such as chemistry, biology or engineering required.
3+ years' experience with environmental regulations relating to manufacturing and/or chemical industry.
Computer skills and abilities (Microsoft Office Suite, SAP) are required.
Must be willing to undergo and pass an ATF background check as required to be a possessor of explosives
Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and team player.

What We Offer:
3 weeks vacation + 12 paid holidays + PTO days
Full health benefits including employer HSA contributions + dental plan with an orthodontic option, wellness coaching available
Matching 401K
Generous tuition reimbursement program
Generous paid parental leave
Friendly and supportive coworkers

Zero Harm for Everyone Everywhere
Value People - Respect, Recognize & Reward
Think Customer. Everyone. Every day
Treat the Business as our Own
Care for the Community & our Environment
Challenge & Improve the Status Quo
Deliver on our Promises

Women and veterans strongly encouraged to apply.

Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.