Sustainability Analyst

Green Bay Packaging Inc.; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription drug coverage

Wellness programs

STD/LTD

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Pension plan

Job summary

Green Bay Packaging Inc. is seeking a Sustainability Analyst to stay ahead of evolving standards, support our operations, and continuously improve how we manage our fiber certification program across mills.

You will partner across teams, lead meaningful projects, drive training, and contribute to external disclosures and customer sustainability communications. This role emphasizes collaboration, safety, quality, and continuous improvement within a dynamic packaging environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business Analysis or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to connect with people at all levels
• Comfort working with data and attention to detail when organizing and reporting information
• A collaborative mindset and ability to build strong working relationships
• Problem-solving skills and a natural curiosity to ask questions and understand root causes
• Strong organization skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Initiative and follow-through in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Responsibilities

• Lead fiber certification program across containerboard mills, corrugated converting and folding carton operations, including oversight of third-party certification audits.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for FSC and SFI certification programs, ensuring compliance with evolving standards and customer requirements.
• Develop and maintain manuals, reports and accounting that supports commitments.
• Support corporate sustainability initiatives and disclosures including CDP, EcoVadis, ESG reporting and customer sustainability communications.
• Conduct training and develop training materials to communicate requirements and general awareness.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance efficiency, operational excellence, and program effectiveness.
• Manage technical projects, troubleshooting and program communications for all levels of stakeholders.

Skills

Strong communication

Data handling

Collaborative mindset

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Initiative and follow-through

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business Analysis or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Job description

If you’re someone who notices the details, enjoys solving problems, and cares about doing work that actually matters—this might be your kind of role.

We’re looking for a Sustainability Analyst to help us stay ahead of emerging standards, support our operations, and continuously improve how we manage our fiber certification program and support customer sustainability stakeholder engagement. You’ll get to partner across teams, lead meaningful projects, and make a real impact on how we operate every day.

Responsibilities

• Lead fiber certification program across containerboard mills, corrugated converting and folding carton operations, including oversight of third-party certification audits.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for Forestry Stewardship Council® and Sustainable Forestry Initiative® certification programs, ensuring compliance with evolving standards and customer requirements.
• Develop and maintain manuals, reports and accounting that supports commitments.
• Support corporate sustainability initiatives and disclosures including CDP, EcoVadis, ESG reporting and customer sustainability communications.
• Conduct training and develop training materials to communicate requirements and general awareness.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance efficiency, operational excellence, and program effectiveness.
• Manage technical projects, troubleshooting and program communications for all levels of stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business Analysis or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to connect with people at all levels
• Comfort working with data and attention to detail when organizing and reporting information
• A collaborative mindset and ability to build strong working relationships
• Problem-solving skills and a natural curiosity to ask questions and understand root causes
• Strong organization skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Initiative and follow-through in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

In addition to a competitive wage, the selected candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, wellness programs, STD, LTD, life insurance, company matching 401(k) and pension. Green Bay Packaging benefits may vary by position or division.

Company Overview

Started in 1933,Green Bay Packaging Inc.is a family-owned, vertically integrated company consisting of corrugated container plants, a folding carton facility, recycled and virgin containerboard mills, pressure-sensitive label roll stock plants, timberlands, a paper slitting operation, and a sawmill facility. Headquartered in Green Bay, WI, Green Bay Packaging Inc. employs over 5,000 team members and operates more than 40 facilities in 16 states. Green Bay Packaging is committed to innovative product development, sustainable forestry practices, and emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement. For more information, visit gbp.com.

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