Environmental Tech

Georgia-Pacific LLC; Dudley (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific LLC is seeking a Facility Environmental Coordinator at their Dudley, NC complex. This role involves supporting environmental compliance at the plant, assisting with training, conducting inspections, and tracking performance metrics while ensuring adherence to regulations.

The ideal candidate will have an associate degree or equivalent experience in a manufacturing setting. Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills are essential. The company offers equal employment opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled and outdoor environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day environmental compliance and monitoring.
• Conduct inspections and collect environmental samples.
• Participate in strategic planning and project reviews.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving mindset

Strong communication skills

Organization

Education

Associate degree or equivalent technical experience

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Management, or Environmental Science

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Georgia‑Pacific is seeking a Facility Environmental Coordinator at our Dudley, NC complex. Reporting to the Complex Environmental Manager, this role supports the environmental compliance program at the plywood plant and co‑located lumber facility.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day‑to‑day environmental compliance requirements tied to applicable permits, plans, and regulations, including data collection and tracking, preparing reports and presentations, training and coaching employees, monitoring and directing consultant/contractor work, conducting inspections, packaging and shipping waste materials, and collecting environmental samples.
• Assist with training personnel and implementing Georgia‑Pacific’s environmental 7‑Element Risk Management System.
• Lead as a champion of Principle‑Based Management™ and Operations Excellence (OpEx), communicating and demonstrating how individual actions support Georgia‑Pacific’s environmental vision and long‑term value creation.
• Participate in the plant’s strategic planning and project review processes, track environmental performance metrics, and support continuous improvement of the facility’s environmental management system.
• Demonstrate a proactive, problem‑solving mindset with a strong sense of urgency.
• Work cohesively and effectively with others while delivering strong written and verbal communication, planning, documentation, organization, and execution across multiple priorities.

Basic Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent technical or industrial experience (2+ years) in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a non‑climate‑controlled manufacturing environment and in an outdoor environment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs and willingness to learn site‑specific software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Environmental Management, or Environmental Science.
• Prior or current experience working at Georgia‑Pacific or a Koch company, including familiarity with our systems, processes, and culture.
• Experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Experience performing air, waste management, and water field work.
• Working knowledge of North Carolina and federal environmental regulations.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E‑Verify.