Manager of Environmental Compliance

Genpak, LLC; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental and vis

Paid Vacation Time

11 Paid Holidays

401k with company match

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Daily Pay Access

Job summary

Genpak, LLC in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a Manager of Environmental Compliance to lead a best-in-class program across manufacturing sites, focusing on environmental compliance, performance, and sustainability. You will partner with plant leadership, engineering, and operations to ensure compliant, responsible manufacturing processes.

The role drives emissions reduction, waste minimization, resource conservation and regulatory reporting, aiming for zero violations and strong audit results while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Demonstrated ownership of environmental compliance programs in a plant setting.
• Strong expertise in EPA regulations, permitting, and environmental reporting.
• Experience supporting or leading multiple manufacturing sites in environmental compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead all environmental programs across manufacturing sites, including air emissions, water usage, waste management, and compliance reporting.
• Own environmental permitting processes, renewals, and modifications, reporting to regulators.
• Develop and monitor environmental KPIs and drive continuous improvement.
• Lead environmental incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain all environmental permits, licenses, and documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory expertise

Auditing

Process improvement

Influence plant leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Job description

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

Starting Rate

0

Job Description

Manager of Environmental Compliance

Position Summary

The Environmental Compliance Manager is responsible for driving a best-in-class Environmental performance program across all manufacturing operations, with a primary emphasis on environmental compliance, performance, and sustainability. This role partners with plant leadership, engineering, and operations to ensure environmentally responsible manufacturing processes while maintaining a safe and compliant workplace.

This leader will champion initiatives in emissions reduction, waste minimization, resource conservation, and regulatory compliance, while embedding environmental stewardship into daily operations and the Company’s long-term strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Environmental Leadership (Core Focus)

• Lead all environmental programs across manufacturing sites, including:
• Air emissions (Title V, VOC, GHG)
• Water usage, wastewater discharge, and stormwater compliance
• Hazardous and non-hazardous waste management
• Petroleum and Chemical management and storage
• RMP/PSM Programs
• EPCRA (emergency planning and community right to know act)
• Ensure full compliance with EPA, state, and local environmental regulations
• Own environmental permitting processes, renewals, and modifications, reporting
• Oversee timely reporting (e.g., TRI, Tier II, RCRA, SPCC, SWPPP, GHG and permitting
• Conduct and lead environmental audits, inspections, and agency interactions
• Develop and/or revise programs to reach and maintain companywide compliance
• Training and Outreach
• Lead environmental incident investigations (spills, releases, exceedances) and implement corrective actions
• Develop and monitor environmental KPIs (emissions, water intensity, waste generation/on time reporting, inspections, recordkeeping, etc.
• Responsible for environmental compliance programs and reports related to hazardous waste, air permitting, water pollution control, risk management plans, process safety management, and community right-to-know programs.
• Maintain all environmental compliance records.

Operational Integration

• Collaborate with plant managers to balance production goals with environmental compliance and sustainability
• Support new product introductions and process changes with environmental impact assessments
• Identify, track and report to Corporate environmental initiatives that could impact existing or developing Genpak products and operations

Compliance & Governance

• Maintain all environmental permits, licenses, and documentation
• Serve as primary contact for regulatory agencies
• Ensure compliance /audit readiness at all times
• Forecast regulatory changes and proactively adapt programs

Requirements

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing or industrial environments
• Demonstrated ownership of environmental compliance programs in a plant setting
• Strong expertise in EPA regulations, permitting, and environmental reporting
• Experience supporting or leading multiple manufacturing sites in environmental compliance
• Ability to influence plant leadership and production teams

Preferred

• Professional certifications (CHMM, CSP, CIH)
• Experience with ISO 14001 or other environmental management systems
• Background in highly-regulated industries (chemical, automotive, metals, food processing, etc.)
• Deep environmental regulatory expertise
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes
• Operational leadership and influence
• Root cause analysis and problem-solving
• Change management and culture building
• Driven for Success, Conflict Resolution, Strong Organizational skills,
• Travel 30-40%

Success Measures

• Zero environmental violations or permit exceedances
• Reduction in emissions, waste, and resource consumption
• Strong audit performance and regulatory relationships
• Improved sustainability metrics (energy, water, waste)
• Manufacturing plant environment with exposure to machinery, chemicals, and industrial processes
• Regular site walks and floor presence required
• Multi‑site travel may be required, responsible for 6 plants and 1 distribution site
• Reports to VP Operations

Genpak offers a comprehensive benefits package to all team members which includes but is not limited to:

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision
• Paid Vacation Time
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401k with a generous company match
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Daily Pay Access

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