Environmental Manager

NABRICO Marine Products; Ashland City (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

NABRICO Marine Products, based in Ashland City, TN, seeks an Environmental Manager to ensure regulatory compliance across multiple sites, analyze environmental data, and implement programs for safe manufacturing operations.

The role involves managing permits, training, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to reduce risk and ensure lawful, sustainable operations at inland barge facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Science, EH&S or related field.
• 7+ years of environmental compliance experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication with diverse audiences.
• Self-motivated with analytical thinking and good organization.
• Experience with federal and state regulatory laws and analysis.
• Experience implementing permits, plans, licenses, and registration controls.
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to change with minimal direction.
• Proven ability to direct EHS personnel toward improvements.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to balance priorities.

Responsibilities

• Research and communicate environmental regulations (Waste, Air, Water, Stormwater, etc.).
• Develop and deliver environmental training as needed.
• Lead protection management processes and guidelines.
• Assist with compliance audits and due diligence in acquisitions.
• Track reporting due dates and permit renewals; ensure timely submissions.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Support management in permit reviews and applications.
• Identify and mitigate regulatory risks across sites.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Team leadership

Education

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

Job description

NABRICO Marine Products, a leading manufacturer of inland barges, manufactures dry cargo barges, including flat‑deck and hopper barges, that are used to transport a variety of products including grain, coal, and aggregates. NABRICO Marine Products also manufactures tank barges that carry petroleum, fertilizer, ethanol, chemicals, and other liquid cargoes. It is the largest U.S. manufacturer of fiberglass hopper barge covers used primarily on grain barges. Additionally, NABRICO Marine Products provides a full line of deck hardware to the marine industry, including hatches, castings, and winches for towboats and dock facilities.

Environmental Manager, based in our Ashland City, TN plant, is responsible for ensuring compliance with regulations, managing environmental data, conducting assessments, and implementing environmental programs within manufacturing operations at several sites across multiple states. This role involves analyzing environmental data, preparing reports, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to maintain a safe and environmentally responsible working environment.

Responsibilities

• Access, research, interpret and effectively communicate environmental regulations and requirements including (Waste, Air, Wastewater, Stormwater, Mine Reclamation, Remediation & other related regulations)
• Develop and conduct training as necessary
• Develops, implements, and leads effective environmental protection management process
• Assist in the development and implementation of guidelines, procedures and work practices to ensure compliance with regulatory obligations.
• Oversees and leads permit reviews, modifications and application renewal processes to ensure environmental compliance.
• Effectively track regulatory and corporate due dates for reporting, permit renewals, etc. and meet deadlines with sufficient time to facilitate review and approval by management and timely submission of information.
• Identify and prioritize risks to maintaining environmental compliance. Ensure steps are taken to avoid non‑compliance. Manage change to ensure compliance.
• Lead environmental incident investigations, mitigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action
• Assist with compliance review audits/assessments undertaken by corporate, governmental agencies.
• Assist with due diligence process of acquisitions/divestitures to ensure compliance.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by management

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an Environmental Science, Engineering, Science, EH&S or related field
• 7+ years of environmental compliance experience preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to effectively communicate with a wide variety of audiences
• Self‑motivated, possess strong analytical skills, exhibit sound decision‑making, and have proficient organization skills
• Solid attention to detail and excellent project management skills
• Strong knowledge of federal and state regulatory laws and analysis
• Experience implementing key management systems/controls such as Permits, Plans, License & Registration, and Compliance Calendars
• Experience in environmental permitting activities- (Air – Major Source, Wastewater, Storm Water, & Wetlands)
• Ability to multi‑task, quickly adapt to change, and work with minimal direction
• Proven ability to direct EHS personnel towards effective improvement
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to efficiently balance multiple priorities