Environmental Programs Specialist

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

Position Summary

Responsible for developing, organizing, implementing, administering and monitoring all environmental programs to manage compliance and mitigate risks. Ensure thorough implementation and execution of Gates HSE related programs and processes. Ensures all HSE programs comply with company and regulatory requirements. Promotes and operates in a heightened safety environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Environmental Regulatory & Technical Subject Matter Expert (SME)

• Develop and maintain programs, policies, training, and procedures to support global compliance with environmental local, state, and federal rules, regulations, and international standards, including:
  • Product regulations and chemical restrictions
  • Air
  • Wastewater and storm water
  • Solid and hazardous waste
  • Energy and greenhouse gas emissions

• Provide environmental technical support to the HSE audit program, findings and corrective actions. Periodically serve as an HSE audit team member or leader.
• Regulatory and sustainability reporting and recordkeeping
• Management systems and environmental performance metrics

Risk Management & Continuous Improvement

• Facilitate environmental due diligence/assessments and strategy for global acquisitions, divestitures, site closures, remediation sites and real estate transactions
• Analyze data and trends to identify opportunities to create global programs to drive continuous improvement, resource conservation, and reduce Gates environmental footprint
• Lead investigations on environmental topics with follow-up on corrective actions to closure.

• Lead life cycle assessments (LCAs) to quantify our environmental footprint

Strategic Planning, Project Management and Leadership

• Lead and facilitate special projects as needed
• Demonstrate ability to drive cultural change and inspire others to act through collaboration and influence
• Manage multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously
• Create projects, implement plans and manage budget for environmental programs
• Set measurable targets and implements management programs that include designation of responsibility, resources and timelines
• Guide and direct contractors and consultants, including bids and RFPs
• Strong influencing skills and adaptability to changes

Requirements and Preferred Skills

• 10+ years of environment experience required in manufacturing industry (5+ Corporate level)
• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental management, Engineering or closely related field strongly preferred.
• Broad based environmental regulatory expertise (air, water, waste) is a must.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Strong computer skills are essential
• Industry relevant certifications with experience in remediation, due diligence, audits and acquisition integration preferred

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Demonstrated ability to conceptualize strategic vision and translate into tactical actionable plans.
• Must be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, and in meeting tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills are required.
• Demonstrated accomplishments working collaboratively with teams from different countries, cultures and languages.
• Authoritative knowledge of global regulatory requirements on air, water, waste, chemicals, and energy and greenhouse gas management
• Ability to organize and lead HSE project teams
• Deliver HSE training.
• Background and expertise in HSE recordkeeping, reporting, and compliance.
• Works well under pressure, effectively handles conflict and demonstrates flexibility in work style to accommodate changing priorities and fixed deadlines.
• Self-motivated, capable of seeking quality solutions…