EHS Environment & Energy Manager

Lindt & Sprüngli (Canada), Inc; Stratham (NH); On-site; USD 108,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Total rewards program

Job summary

Lindt USA seeks an Environment & Energy Manager to lead regulatory compliance, drive energy performance in manufacturing, and reduce waste. You will coordinate with Operations, Engineering, and Facilities to embed data-driven improvements into daily operations.

The role focuses on Scope 1/2 energy optimization, audit readiness, and aligning with ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 standards, delivering measurable environmental performance improvements.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulatory requirements.
• Experience managing environmental permits and regulatory compliance programs.
• Demonstrated experience identifying and implementing energy efficiency initiatives.
• Experience with energy monitoring, energy efficiency, and utility data analysis.
• Understanding of Scope 1 and Scope 2 emission sources and reduction strategies.
• Analytical skills to interpret environmental and energy data.
• Excellent communication skills to influence and lead.
• Ownership mindset and continuous improvement approach.

Responsibilities

• Ensure environmental permits and regulatory compliance across the site.
• Lead inspections, audits, and regulatory inquiries as the company representative.
• Develop and improve inspection, auditing, and self-assessment programs.
• Implement energy reduction opportunities across site operations and utilities.
• Develop environmental KPIs, dashboards, and reporting tools.
• Drive waste reduction and process optimization.
• Manage environmental data related to energy, water, waste, and emissions.
• Support ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 aligned practices.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Permits management

Energy efficiency

Energy data analysis

Scope 1/2 emissions

Analytical skills

Communication

Ownership mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/Engineering/related field

Master’s degree in Sustainable Energy Management/Environmental Management or related

Job description

Who We Are

At Lindt, we are a global fast-growing consumer goods company, enchanting the world with premium chocolate. We are driven by our passion for excellence and go the extra mile ensuring that every Lindt experience is nothing short of exceptional. Our collective efforts are geared towards making a positive impact, not only in the world of premium chocolate but also in the lives of our employees, customers, and communities. Our company embraces a culture defined by the core values of Excellence, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Responsibility, and Collaboration, fostering a dynamic and collaborative environment where these principles drive our success.

Position Purpose:

The Environment & Energy Manageris responsible forleading environmental compliance and driving operational environmental performance across Lindt & Sprüngli USA. This role serves as the site subject matter expert for environmental regulatory requirements andleadsthe identification, development, and execution of initiatives to reduce environmental impact.

A key focus of this position is Scope 1 and Scope 2 energy performance improvement, including identifying, developing, and implementing energy reduction projects across manufacturing and facilities. The role also drives waste reduction initiatives, strengthens environmental management systems, and supports readiness for ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 aligned practices.

This role partners closely with Operations, Engineering, Facilities, and cross-functional teams to ensure environmental compliance while embedding sustainable, data-driven improvements into daily operations.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

Environmental Compliance & Governance

• Ensure full compliance with all environmental permits and regulatory requirements, including air, water, wastewater, stormwater, and hazardous waste.

• Serve as the company representative during environmental inspections, audits, and regulatory inquiries.

• Establish,maintain, and continuously improve inspection, auditing, and self-assessment programs to ensure sustained compliance.

• Interpret and implement local, state, federal, and corporate environmental standards at the site and business level.

• Maintain documentation systems and processes to support audit readiness and regulatory reporting.

Energy Management & Scope 1/ 2 Reduction

• Identify, evaluate, and implement energy reduction opportunities across site operations, utilities, and infrastructure (Scope 1 and Scope 2).

• Identifyand prioritize environmental improvement opportunities using data-driven methods.

• Drive waste reduction initiativesincludinglandfill diversion, recycling, and process optimization.

• Develop andmaintainenvironmental KPIs, dashboards, and reporting tools to track progress and performance

• Support implementation of best practices to reduce environmental impact and improve operational efficiency

Environment Performance & Continuous Improvement

• Lead the Environment Pillar, driving improvements in energy, water, and waste performance.

• Manage environmental data related to energy, water, waste, and emissions to ensure accuracy and integrity.

• Identifyand prioritize environmental improvement opportunities using data-driven methods.

• Drive waste reduction initiativesincludinglandfill diversion, recycling, and process optimization

• Develop andmaintainenvironmental KPIs, dashboards, and reporting tools to track progress and performance.

• Support implementation of best practices to reduce environmental impact and improve operational efficiency.

Environment Management Systems & ISO Readiness

• Define, implement, and continuously improve environmental management system elements aligned with ISO 14001 principles.

• Support development of energy management system practices aligned with ISO 50001 standards.

• Ensure integration of environmental requirements into site processes, procedures, and training programs.

• Drive standardization, documentation, and continuous improvement of environmental processes across the site.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Skills & Knowledge:

• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulatory requirements

• Experience managing environmental permits and regulatory compliance programs.

• Demonstrated experienceidentifyingand implementing energy efficiency and performance improvement initiatives

• Experience with energy monitoring, energy efficiency, and utility data analysis.

• Practical understanding of Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions sources and reduction strategies.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret environmental and energy data to drive action.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and lead without formal authority.

• High levelof ownership, accountability, andcontinuous improvementmindset.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degreerequiredin Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering,Mechanical Engineering, Energy Systems, ora related field.

• 3-7+ Years of experience in environment compliance, energy management, or industrial environmental performance

• Master’s degree in Sustainable Energy Management, Environmental Management, or a closely related discipline strongly preferred, or equivalent advanced education/experience.

Total Rewards:

Compensation Range: $108,000-135,000.00

To learn more about our benefits visit https://jobs.lindtusa.com/total-rewards

Lindt and Sprüngli is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any other classification protected by state, local or federal law. Applicants for this position must successfully pass a background screening and may be required to pass drug screenings as well.

Lindt USA’s salary range reflects market rates based on our size, revenue, and location. Starting pay is determined using a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience as well as market conditions. A bonus and/or long-term incentive may be included as part of this compensation package.