Sr. EHS Specialist

Sr. EHS Specialist – LaFayette, GA

As a senior environmental health and safety specialist, you will drive environmental compliance strategy, strengthen management systems, and champion sustainability initiatives that support regulatory excellence and business performance. You will serve as a trusted advisor to plant leadership, operations, and engineering teams, building strong partnerships internally and externally while fostering a proactive, solutions‑focused culture.

Lead environmental compliance operations aligned with federal, state, and local regulations. Develop and implement practical, sustainable standards and processes integrated into daily manufacturing operations. Oversee air emissions, wastewater and stormwater management, hazardous and non‑hazardous waste, recycling programs, and chemical management. Prepare and submit environmental permits, modifications, and required regulatory reports. Maintain accurate environmental records within the company’s EHS management system. Conduct inspections (SPCC, SWPPP, hazardous waste storage) and collect regulated stormwater, wastewater, and waste samples.

Provide environmental oversight for demolition, facility modifications, and new product introductions. Lead sustainability initiatives focused on landfill reduction, energy performance, and long‑term environmental impact. Perform internal environmental audits and proactively identify improvement opportunities. Utilize data analytics to evaluate environmental performance, identify trends, and mitigate risks. Lead and support environmental incident investigations, ensuring root causes are identified and preventive measures are implemented.

Directly manage and develop three team members supporting wastewater treatment and facility waste operations. Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and coaching to strengthen compliance performance. Partner with regulatory agencies, plant leadership, and cross‑functional teams to maintain strong stakeholder relationships. Participate in regulatory meetings and environmental steering committees as needed.

Maintain expertise in applicable environmental laws and regulatory requirements. Implement and enhance environmental management systems to ensure sustainable compliance. Support change management initiatives and drive measurable performance improvements. Contribute to enterprise‑wide best practice sharing and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations within a manufacturing environment.
• Deep expertise in air compliance, including NESHAP/MACT, NSPS, NSR/PSD, construction permitting, and reporting requirements.
• Working knowledge of stormwater, wastewater, hazardous and non‑hazardous waste, SPCC, EPCRA (Tier II/TRI), TSCA, ODS, and HMT requirements.
• Experience in contractor management, budgeting, and change management processes.
• Proven ability to analyze data, identify trends, and implement sustainable solutions.
• Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining compliance deadlines.
• Experience responding to environmental or safety emergencies.

BS or BA Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Chemistry, Occupational Safety & Health, or related discipline/experience. 5+ years of relevant EHS experience in a manufacturing setting.

• 3–5 years of EHS experience leading and implementing environmental compliance and risk management programs with proven sustainable results.
• CHMM or related certification.
• Experience with industrial wastewater treatment plants and/or wastewater operator certification.
• Knowledge of NPDES permitting.
• ISO 14001.
• Advanced computer skills, including substantial data analysis skills.
• Six Sigma Green Belt certified.

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