Environmental Lead

Braskem; Freeport (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

Braskem is seeking an Environmental Leader for the Oyster Creek site to guide environmental programs and ensure compliance across air, water, and waste systems. The role includes leading initiatives, coordinating with regulatory agencies, and driving sustainability goals.

The position requires 5–10 years in a chemical manufacturing setting, a relevant bachelor's degree, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years experience, preferably at a chemical manufacturing facility.
• Strong leadership and communication skills; ability to interact with all levels.
• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Environmental Science.
• Experience applying EPA/OSHA regulations and working with regulatory agencies.
• Excellent oral and written communication; collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Environmental programs at Braskem Oyster Creek and Seadrift facilities.
• Develop and plan policies for air, water, and waste systems.
• Audit environmental compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Prepare reports for regulatory agencies (Emissions Inventory, TRI, NSPS VV/DDD, HRVOC, Annual Waste Summary).
• Interface with regulatory agencies and schedule testing.
• Support operations on flare and waste management issues.
• Lead or participate in environmental incident investigations and improvements.
• Lead environmental improvement and waste reduction projects.
• Seadrift support includes overseeing consultants tracking air permit, LDAR, and waste management compliance.
• Act as Radiation Safety Officer for the site.
• Coordinate with Industrial Park HES representatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

MS Office

Organizational skills

Regulatory interaction

Collaboration

Initiative

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Environmental Science

Job description

With a strategy centered on people and sustainability, Braskem is engaged in contributing to the value chain to strengthen the Circular Economy. Braskem’s 9,000 team members dedicate themselves every day to improving people's lives through sustainable solutions in chemicals and plastics. With its corporate DNA rooted in innovation, Braskem offers a comprehensive portfolio of plastic resins and chemical products for diverse industries, such as food packaging, construction, manufacturing, automotive, agribusiness, health and hygiene, and more. With 40 industrial units in Brazil, the United States, Mexico, and Germany, Braskem exports its products to clients in over 70 countries.

Braskem America is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Braskem S.A. headquartered in Philadelphia. The company is the leading producer of polypropylene in the United States, with six production plants located in Texas, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia, as well as an Innovation and Technology Center in Pittsburgh and a New Renewable Innovation Center in Lexington, which focuses on leveraging groundbreaking developments in biotechnology and chemical catalysis. For more information, visit www.braskem.com/usa.

Department: HES

Location: Freeport, TX

Travel Involved: 0-20%

Job Type: Full-time

Description:

The Environmental Leader provides site support through guidance in the Environmental discipline. This team member will be an integral part of the Health and Environmental Safety team at the Oyster Creek site.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Oversee Environmental programs at Braskem Oyster Creek and Seadrift Facilities
• Develop and plan policies and procedures for air, water, and waste systems in accordance with organizational and government rules and regulations.
• Audit air, water, and land systems for environmental compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Create and/or oversee reports such as Emissions Inventory, Toxic Release Inventory, NSPS VV/DDD, HRVOC (Oyster Creek only), and Annual Waste Summary to submit to regulatory agencies.
• Interface with regulatory agencies, schedule any required testing, and provide additional follow-up documentation as required.
• Support operations on issues related to flares and waste management.
• Lead and/or participate in investigation of environmental incidents and implement system improvements to reduce potential for future events.
• Lead environmental improvement and waste reduction projects to help meet company sustainability goals.
• Seadrift support will include overseeing consultants tracking air permit, LDAR, and waste management compliance.
• Acts as the Radiation Safety Officer for the site.
• Interface with Industrial Park HES representatives as necessary

Requirements:

• 5 – 10 years of experience, preferably at a chemical manufacturing facility.
• Good leadership and communication skills, excellent MS Office proficiency and organizational skills, and the ability to interact and negotiate effectively with members at all levels within the organization.
• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Environmental Science
• Demonstrated experience applying EPA/OSHA regulations and working with regulatory agencies.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a collaborative environment.
• Strong initiative and drive to succeed

Preferred Skills:

• 3 years of leadership experience in an HES department.
• Certification or licensure in the HES field.

What we offer

At Braskem, we offer more than just a competitive pay package. Our total rewards package includes a wide range of benefits you need for every stage of your life. Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• A wide range of voluntary benefits like Pet Insurance, Legal and ID Theft Insurance
• Flexible work schedules like 9/80 schedules for eligible team members

Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level and/or ladder.

Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the United States without the need for any type of sponsorship now or in the future. Braskem is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees according to applicable law. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team.