Environmental Manager

About the Role

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma‑derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

Hybrid position at our Clayton, NC facility: 3 days of in‑office collaboration and 2 days of remote work.

The Environmental Manager will be responsible for the development and implementation of environmental programs for Biomat Facilities throughout North America. Biomat sites primarily consist of plasma & blood donation centers but also include laboratories and offices. The position is stationed in Clayton, NC and requires up to 30% travel.

• Considering Grifols' global vision and respecting global environmental standards, processes and systems.
• Manage compliance activities associated with all applicable local, state and federal regulations related to environmental rules.
• Oversee the development, approval and implementation of environmental procedures.
• Establish and lead a regulatory tracking system and compliance systems.
• Develop, implement and monitor site recycling programs.
• Develop, implement and monitor site waste reduction efforts.
• Work with energy reduction teams to promote efficient use of resources.
• Develop the environmental implementation and training programs across diverse workplace settings operating at multiple sites in NA.
• Conduct incident investigations, including root cause analysis and recommendations.
• Visit sites to gain process knowledge, conduct assessments, introduce new programs and provide training.
• Oversee the development and implementation of ISO 14001 requirements.
• Program development and progress reporting.
• Identify, develop and justify environmental projects, including concept development, feasibility study, scope of work, ROI calculation, budget development, timeline development and funding request.

• Driven individual with self‑accountability, capable of accomplishing goals with minimal management oversight.
• Experienced self‑starter with the knowledge and capability to lead and drive change.
• Strong computer skills.
• Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proven ability to develop and document processes, and author guidance and standard operating procedures.
• Ability to review engineering drawings, process schematics, and design plans to identify environmental risks.

• Bachelor’s of Science degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Occupational Health, or a closely related discipline is required.
• Equivalency:
  In lieu of 7 years of experience, a candidate must have a minimum of a Master’s degree in a closely related scientific or technical discipline and 3 years of related experience.
• Minimum 7 years of management experience in an industrial facility setting focused on implementing and sustaining ISO 14001 certification as well as other environmental programs.
• Depending on the area of assignment, directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the stated requirements. Example:
  If a job level requires a Bachelor’s degree plus 4 years of experience, an equivalency could include 8 years of experience, an Associate’s degree with 6 years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 2 years of experience.

Work is performed in an office and a laboratory/manufacturing environment. Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms, occasional extreme cold below 32°F in production areas, electrical office and laboratory equipment. Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments and gloves. Frequently sits for 4–6 hours per day; stands for 2–4 hours per day. Frequent movement of both hands with the…