Environmental Engineer

Ash Grove Cement Company; Durkee (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Pay

Life Insurance

Growth Opportunities and more!

Job summary

Ash Grove Cement is seeking an Environmental Engineer to administer the plant environmental program in line with federal and state laws. The role involves coordinating with regulators, maintaining permits, and leading environmental audits and reporting across the facility.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering or related field and at least three years’ experience in the cement or mining sector, with strong knowledge of environmental regulations and community

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering or related field.
• At least 3 years of environmental experience in cement/mining or related industries.
• Ability to read, write and understand warning labels and instructions.
• Ability to make decisions and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local environmental laws.
• Knowledge of environmental programs in cement manufacturing.
• Ability to promote a positive environmental image in the community.
• Willingness to refer to Environmental/Plant Manager for policy interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
• Participates in environmental projects and liaises with regulatory agencies and inspectors.
• Ensures compliance with all environmental permits and laws.
• Assists regulatory agencies by providing information and assistance.
• Administers and assists in preparing environmental reports, renewals, and surveys.
• Performs audits of data acquisition systems and makes changes.
• Coordinates compliance with ISO 14001 certification.
• Contracts training consultants and purchases training media cost-effectively.
• Coordinates training with Environmental Manager and Corporate Environmental Manager.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Reading & writing safety labels

Regulatory knowledge

Decision making

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering or related field

Job description

Job ID: 528040

Ash Grove family of companies is one of North America's leading cement manufacturers, with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world-class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Renowned for its forward-thinking approach, Ash Grove combines technical expertise, robust safety standards, and empowered talent to deliver high performance and better serve our customers. At Ash Grove, we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built.

To learn more about us go to www.ashgrove.com

At Ash Grove Cement

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability Pay
• Life Insurance
• Growth Opportunities and more!

Summary

The Environmental Engineer administers the plant environmental program following federal and state environmental laws and regulations.

What You'll Be Contributing

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
• Participates in environmental projects/issues, serves as a liaison with regulatory agencies, and inspectors during inspections.
• Ensures compliance with all environmental permits and all applicable federal, state and local environmental laws and regulations.
• Assists regulatory agencies by providing information and assistance.
• Administers, and assists in preparation of various environmental reports, renewals, questionnaires and surveys.
• Performs audits of data acquisition system and makes necessary changes.
• Coordinates compliance with Corporate Environmental Policy and International standard development Organization (ISO) 14001 Certification
• Contracts with training consultants and purchases training media in a cost-effective manner.
• Coordinates all training efforts and goals with the Environmental Manager and Corporate Environmental Manager.
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

To Succeed In This Position, You Will Need

• Ability to read, write, and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.
• Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering or other technically related field
• Minimum of 3 year of experience in environmental field in cement, mining or related industry and working with regulatory agencies
• Ability to make decisions and to exercise sound judgment in arriving at a conclusion
• Ability to perform, organize and prioritize work independently
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local environmental laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of environmental programs, policies and practices applicable to a cement manufacturing environment.
• Ability to promotes a positive environmental image of the plant in the community.
• Ability to work with general policies and objectives.
• Ability to refer to Environmental and/or Plant Manager when clarification or interpretation of organization policy is needed.

What to expect in a cement environment

Work to be performed in a shop environment as well as outdoor exposure throughout the plant. Mild exposure to cement dust, heat, cold, and noise requires compliance with specified safety guidelines and procedures. Exposure to high elevations of up to 250 feet in height. Exposure to all weather conditions. Normal operation of mobile equipment may result in jarring and vibratory exposure.

What's next for you

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive. The physical demands, working environment, and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an Affirmitive Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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