EHS Specialist

Aurorium; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

A global materials innovation company is seeking an EHS Specialist in Zeeland, Michigan, to ensure compliance with environmental regulations. You will oversee air, water, and waste compliance activities and manage waste disposal efforts. A Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science or a related field and at least 3 years of regulatory experience in a chemical manufacturing setting are required. Strong organizational skills and a proactive approach are essential for success. The role offers competitive compensation and a range of benefits.

Qualifications

• 3 years of regulatory experience in a chemical manufacturing facility or equivalent.
• Experience wearing required PPE including safety glasses and respirator.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates compliance of air, water, and waste regulations.
• Communicates and promotes the EHS program.
• Characterizes, profiles, and coordinates waste disposal.
• Filing reports for environmental permits and regulatory requirements.
• Tracks regulations and ensures compliance.
• Works with environmental contractors.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent written communication

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

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 healthcare, personal & home care, mobility, infrastructure, 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 customers 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.

Description

The EHS Specialist coordinates the compliance of air, water, and waste regulation for the facility. These regulations include CAA, CWA, RCRA, SARA, CERCLA, and state and city equivalents. The EHS Specialist is responsible for waste profiling and disposal, compliance inspections, agency reporting, and record keeping. The EHS Specialist provides technical support for plant projects to ensure that the Organization is aware of cost‑effective compliance with applicable environmental statutes, regulations, and permits.

Role Specific Responsibilities

• Communicates and promotes the EHS program on an ongoing basis
• Characterizes, profiles, and coordinates the disposal of solid and hazardous wastes
• Ensures that storage, handling, and removal of all wastes complies with applicable regulations in an efficient and cost‑effective manner
• Files a variety of reports in response to environmental permits and regulatory requirements. Reports are due monthly, quarterly, semi‑annually, annually, biennially, and as other trigger events take place
• Maintains a current working knowledge of applicable deutsch and statutes and actively participates in internal company initiatives, as a team member or in a leadership role
• Formulates compliance strategies, defines solutions, develops action plans, and can organize technical information
• Provides technical expertise (engineering, chemistry, toxicology) and support to both internal and external customers
• Tracks and generates a substantial understanding of specific local, state, and federal, including CERCLA, SARA, CAA, svojo, and CWA regulations
• Participates in facility inspections and follow‑up to assure compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Works closely with environmental contractors to facilitate appropriate tasks, manages and leads contractor relationships
• Assists in the closure of action items from internal and external audits
• Participates in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) as needed
• Performs additional 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(',') responsive manner at all times

Problem Solving And Innovation

• Active participation within 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 Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Safety and Health, or a related technical field

Experience

• 3 years regulatory experience in a chemical manufacturing facility or equivalent
• Experience wearing required PPE, including safety glasses, hard hat, steel toe shoes, gloves, and a respirator

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to adapt quickly to changing business needs and priorities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to flex own style as needed to influence and drive results
• Ability to work within a multi‑functional, global organizational structure and exhibit robust interpersonal skills
• Self‑motivated and able to work within a fast‑paced environment
• Physical ability to execute strenuous, sometimes repetitive work, such as lifting, pushing or pulling objects up to 50 pounds, working outside in all weather conditions, and climbing ladders
• Excellent proficiency within Microsoft products (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPointfans)
• Embodies Aurorium’s core values:
  • Credible: keeps their word and honors commitments, shifting a জর orientation integrity.
  • Outcome‑oriented: adheres to an unparalleled standard of excellence to deliver real impact.
  • Driven: passionate about delivering authentic, world‑class experiences that engage customers and inspire greatness.
  • Empowered accountability: empowered to achieve common goals and responsible phosphorylated deliver exceptional performances.

Additional Information

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 any protected category, 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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