Environmental Specialist

Olin Chemicals; St. Gabriel (LA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Olin is seeking an Environmental Specialist in St. Gabriel, LA to implement and enhance environmental management systems and ensure regulatory compliance. The role covers emissions, permits, and environmental calculations, with collaboration across Production, Engineering, and Maintenance to drive site objectives.

The position requires a 5+ year environmental background, preference for chemical industry experience, and willingness to travel between Louisiana sites. Relocation is available.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in an environmental role required.
• Prior chemical or petrochemical industry experience preferred.
• Knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations and compliance.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels and with agencies.
• Available for on-call coverage and travel between Louisiana sites.
• Olin experience preferred and TWIC eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Implement and improve environmental management systems (processes, standards, procedures).
• Own environmental calculations related to permits, emissions, and releases.
• Collaborate with engineers and consultants to understand calculations and requirements.
• Manage air, water, and waste regulatory and permit activities and compliance.
• Partner with Production, Engineering and Maintenance on projects and operations.
• Coordinate EH&S programs across the site and with corporate initiatives.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

On-call availability

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree (Engineering or Science)

Job description

Title: Environmental Specialist

Location: St. Gabriel

Salary: $103,000 - $156,000

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

Relocation Available

The Environmental Specialist plays a critical role in supporting Olin's business objectives and is responsible for implementation, maintenance, and improvement of the environmental management systems to ensure regulatory compliance and add value to meet site objectives and maintain the license to operate. The Environmental Specialist will support both the Plaquemine and St. Gabriel sites.

What You'll Do

• Implement and continuously improve environmental management systems (work processes, standards, and procedures).
• Understand and own all environmental calculations related to permits, emissions, and releases.
• The position will have support from engineers and consultants, but the applicant must understand current environmental emissions calculations practices and requirements to be able to work with these teams.
• Manage air, water, and waste regulatory and permit activities and compliance requirements.
• Partner with Production, Engineering and Maintenance on projects, day to day operations, and associated compliance activities.
• Coordinate, implement and optimize EH&S programs across the site and in conjunction with Division or Corporate programs and initiatives.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree*; Engineering or Science discipline preferred.
• 5+ years' experience in an environmental role required.
• Prior chemical or petrochemical industry experience highly preferred.
• Knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations and compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization and interface with government and regulatory agencies, both verbally and in writing.
• Must be available for on-call coverage. (e.g. rotating on-call support, fielding plant calls, agency communications and going onsite for support in emergency instances).
• Must be willing and able to travel between our Louisiana Operations sites.
• Prior Olin experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid US driver's license and be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).

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.

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.

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.