Environmental Specialist

starplusenergycx; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

STARPLUS ENERGY LLC, an Samsung/Stellantis joint venture, is seeking an Environmental Specialist to join the EHS team in Kokomo, Indiana. The role supports permitting, compliance, and environmental impact reduction with a focus on audit-driven process improvements.

Ideal candidates will have 2 years of experience in manufacturing settings, a relevant bachelor's degree (engineering or environmental science), and eligibility to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience as an Environmental Specialist in a manufacturing field
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related Scientific field (or combination of education and experience)
• Must be eligible to work in the United States
• Willingness to travel domestically and/or internationally with reasonable prior notice
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, or holidays as required

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental management systems, standards, and procedures within the assigned area
• Collaborate with facilities to integrate sustainability initiatives into site programs
• Promote sustainability, climate initiatives, environmental justice, and circular economy practices
• Manage regulatory compliance and provide data for permit applications
• Develop and deliver environmental training to facility personnel
• Prepare compliance reports and respond to regulatory inquiries
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Audit skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Sustainability-minded

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field

Master’s degree in Environmental Science or Engineering

CHMM certification or equivalent

Job description

Company Overview:

STARPLUS ENERGY LLC is an electrifying joint venture between Samsung and Stellantis. With a focus on innovation and excellence, we deliver cutting-edge solutions that empower the automotive and energy storage industry as we transition towards an electric future. As a member of our team, you will play a vital role in fostering our company’s positive, diverse, and collaborative culture by helping us build and maintain a safe and effective One Team, One Mission organization. Join our vision of becoming the world’s leading provider of energy solutions.

Position Summary:

STARPLUS ENERGY LLC is seeking a knowledgeable, dynamic and detail-oriented Environmental Specialist to join our Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Team. As a key member of our EHS team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the permitting, environmental compliance, and environmental impact reduction. The ideal candidate will possess audit skills, organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and a passion for contributing to sustainable business practices. This position reports to the Environmental Manager.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Lead and optimize environmental management systems, including standards and procedures, within the assigned area.


• Collaborate with facilities to integrate corporate sustainability initiatives into site programs and compliance processes.


• Work with project teams to promote sustainability, climate change initiatives, environmental justice, and circular economy practices.


• Manage regulatory compliance, providing data for permit applications for new and modified equipment.


• Develop and deliver environmental training and ongoing coaching to facility personnel.


• Prepare compliance reports and respond to regulatory inquiries, while collaborating with experts to assess the impact of proposed regulations and advocate for environmentally protective measures.


• Perform other position related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Basic:

• Minimum Age: 18 Years old


• 2 years’ experience as an Environmental Specialist in a manufacturing field


• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related Scientific field


• A combination of education and industry experience will be considered in the event no degree is obtained


• Must be eligible to work in the United States


• While travel is unlikely, the ideal candidate will be able to travel, with reasonable prior notice as required (domestic and/or international)


• Ability to work overtime, weekends, or holidays as required

Preferred:

• Masters’ Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering or equivalent


• Professional certification as a CHMM, or equivalent

Working Conditions:

• Ability to sit, walk and stand for extended periods of time


• Ability to work around the potential exposure to dust and chemicals


• Ability to wear appropriate PPE as deemed essential for the job function


• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds

STARPLUS ENERGY, LLC promotes an equal employment opportunity workplace which includes reasonable accommodations of other qualified disabled applications and employees. Please see your Human Resources Director should you have any questions about these job duties.