Environmental Compliance Supervisor

00001 American Crystal Sugar Co; Crookston (MN); On-site; USD 105,527 - 131,909; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

00001 American Crystal Sugar Co in Crookston, MN, seeks an Environmental Compliance Manager to oversee factory compliance with environmental regulations. Responsibilities include coordinating reports with state agencies, managing wastewater processes, and supervising compliance activities.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a four-year technical background, and a thorough understanding of environmental law. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage, 401(k), and more.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of environmental laws and compliance.
• Strong leadership and communication skills required.
• Valid driver's license necessary.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact with state environmental agencies.
• Ensure compliance with environmental permits and regulations.
• Manage wastewater operations and solid waste compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Administrative skills

Education

Four-year technical education or equivalent experience

Job description

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary factory contact with state environmental agencies and coordinate all monthly, semi‑annual and annual reporting to state agencies in collaboration with the Environmental Engineer and Environmental Manager.

• Ensure full factory compliance with TitleV air, water, and landfill permits, including daily opacity testing, PM₁₀, SO₂, NO_X, CO, CO₂, and other emission units; maintain records and perform required testing.

• Monitor daily hydrogen sulfide levels per Minnesota Stipulation Agreement, apply approved chemicals, and take corrective action when necessary.

• Oversee wastewater operations: coordinate sampling, analyze lab results, resolve treatment performance issues, file monthly eDMR’s with the MPCA, and manage storm‑water collection, treatment, and discharge requirements.

• Manage solid waste compliance: maintain inert lime landfill operations, certify as a Solid Waste Landfill Operator, supervise mud remediation, monitor groundwater and soil testing, and oversee by‑product disposal and land application.

• Manage hazardous waste storage sites, including solvents, obsolete radioactive sources, PCBs, and asbestos; coordinate training and maintain documentation.

• Prepare semi‑annual and annual reports to regulatory agencies; collaborate with Corporate Environmental Manager for timely submission.

• Supervise a crew of union employees and outside contractors as needed for environmental activities.

• Work with corporate environmental staff to ensure alignment on existing and new regulations; refer unusual problems to Factory Manager or Corporate staff.

• Participate in audits and inspections, accompany auditors, maintain documentation, and communicate results to factory management.

• Perform ICM maintenance activities, coordinate with the factory maintenance superintendent, and support projects in wastewater areas.

• Maintain factory roads, ditches, and perimeter areas; oversee snow removal and ice remediation; update SPCC plans and coordinate monthly inspections.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of environmental law and in‑depth knowledge of all permits applicable to the assigned factory.

• Strong leadership, communication and administrative skills.

• Four‑year technical education or equivalent experience.

• Valid driver’s license.

Licensing Requirements

• Waste Disposal Facility Operator III – required within the first two years.
• Industrial Landfill Waste Disposal Facility Operator II – required within the first two years.
• Landfill Operator – required within the first two years.
• Waste Disposal Facility Operator IV – required within the first two years.
• Land application WasteWater Operator Certificate ClassD – required within the first two years.
• ND State Certified in Visual Opacity Readings – required within the first year.
• NDSHD Wastewater Operator Training (Hillsboro and Drayton) – complete within the first two years.

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual salary range: $105,527.70 – $131,909.62.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, health savings account, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, paid holidays, and paid volunteer opportunities.
• Additional perks: discretionary bonuses, tuition reimbursement, service awards, and employee assistance program (up to eight confidential counseling visits at no cost).

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.