Environmental Manager - LAO

Olin Chemicals; Plaquemine (LA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Olin Corporation in Plaquemine, LA seeks an Environmental Manager - LAO to provide senior technical environmental leadership across Plaquemine and St. Gabriel sites. You will oversee regulatory compliance and drive best practices for environmental performance.

The role requires a Bachelor's (Master's preferred) with 8+ years of manufacturing environmental experience, strong communication, and the ability to coordinate with state/federal agencies. Relocation available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Supply Chain & Logistics, or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant environmental experience in manufacturing, chemical, or related industry.
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills at all organizational levels.
• Adaptable and collaborative with strong prioritization and problem-solving skills.
• Prior Olin experience preferred; TWIC required and valid US driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Leads and coaches Environmental Specialists/Technicians on regulatory compliance.
• Establishes environmental operating discipline, procedures, and templates.
• Coordinates preparation and submission of regulatory reports.
• Leads Air Permit implementation and demonstrates permit compliance.
• Interfaces with State and Federal agencies.
• Reviews small capital/expense projects for regulatory compliance; represents site during audits.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Science

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Job Details

Title: Environmental Manager - LAO

Location: Plaquemine, LA

Salary: $140,000 - 175,000

Schedule: 9-80 or 5-8s schedule available

Relocation Available

Position Overview

The Environmental Manager - LAO plays a critical role in supporting Olin's business objectives by providing technical environmental support for the business unit(s) supported. This position is leveraged between multiple production sites, Plaquemine, LA and St. Gabriel, LA and is intended to be the senior technical environmental subject matter expert.

Responsibilities

• Leads and coaches the Environmental Specialists/Environmental Technicians in the business unit they support on environmental regulatory application and compliance demonstration.
• Establishes and maintains documented environmental operating discipline, best practice procedures, work processes and templates used in the EHS organization to drive sustainable environmental excellence and ensuring corporate memory of environmental regulatory compliance is retained.
• Coordinates preparation and submission of assigned regulatory reports.
• Leads Air Permit implementation and compliance. Develops air permit compliance demonstration documentation in order to ensure plant processes have been developed to comply with the permit.
• Interfaces with State and Federal agencies.
• Assists in reviews of all small capital and expense projects for compliance against the plant's permits and against existing regulatory requirements. Represents the site during compliance audits.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree* in Engineering, Chemistry, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Supply Chain & Logistics, or related field; Master's Degree* preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant environmental experience in manufacturing, chemical, or related industry.
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all organizational levels.
• Adaptable and collaborative, with strong prioritization, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, and comfortable navigating ambiguity in a dynamic environment.
• Prior Olin experience in a relevant position preferred.
• Must be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) and possess a valid US Driver's license.

Company Culture and Benefits

All In With Olin Olin is a global leader in chemical manufacturing and ammunition, with a legacy built on innovation, safety, and accountability. With over 7,000 employees worldwide, we invest in people who are ready to go All In for their careers, their teams, and their communities. An All-In Investment in Your Future At Olin, total rewards go beyond a paycheck. Our comprehensive benefits support your health, financial well-being, and long-term success. View a snapshot of our comprehensive benefits package.

*Degree must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university.

Sponsorship and Work Authorization

Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.