Environmental Specialist

Job Description Illuminate USA, located in the heart of Central Ohio, is transforming solar panel manufacturing from our cutting‑edge facility in Pataskala. As a new standalone joint venture established by two global leaders in renewable energy, we’ve rapidly grown to over 1,600 associates and are now fully operational in our 1.1 million‑square‑foot factory. Our vision is to establish one of the largest solar panel manufacturing operations in the Western Hemisphere.

This is an exciting time to join Illuminate USA as we continue to grow and innovate. We’re not just building solar panels, we’re building a team of dedicated, passionate associates eager to make a real impact. If you’re looking to be part of a collaborative, people‑focused, and forward‑thinking workplace, we want to hear from you! We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and continuous opportunities for career growth.

Come join us on this journey to create a brighter, more sustainable future in the Columbus area.

Environmental Specialist – Factory, Pataskala.

• Ensure day‑to‑day compliance with Environmental policies and regulations while focusing on continuous improvement and always placing the safety of our team as the top priority.
• Maintain a positive attitude in establishing and continuing cross‑department relationships.
• Assist with internal audits for ISO
  14001.
• Perform and document environmental inspections across the facility including SPCC and RCRA inspections.
• Ensure recycled and waste materials are properly stored, packaged, and shipped.
• Record and track environmental metrics such as recycling rate and other environmental KPIs.
• Develop and implement processes to divert materials away from landfill.
• Maintain environmental training and certifications required to sign manifests and shipping documentation.
• Conduct associate training sessions for waste management, SPCC, and other environmental activities.
• Be the voice of environmental and sustainability communications in the facility.
• Identify and recommend solutions for problems regarding waste, water, and air improvements.
• Stay current on RCRA guidelines and guide other teams on proper waste handling practices.
• Occasionally move materials throughout the facility using a fork truck and pallet jack.

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Environmental Studies, Environmental Engineering, or a similar field.
• 3–5 years of related environmental experience.
• Knowledge and experience with Environmental Regulations such as the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act.
• Maintains a positive attitude and displays proactive habits.
• Possesses a high level of attention to detail and organization.
• Strong leadership presence and the ability to communicate within all levels of the organization and with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Fork truck and pallet jack experience preferred.
• RCRA and DOT experience required.
• May require occasional night and weekend work.

At Illuminate USA, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunity for all, ensuring that all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Your unique background and experiences are valued here, as we believe they strengthen our team and drive our mission forward.

Illuminate is an equal opportunity employer.

Illuminate USA is a new standalone joint venture established by two global leaders in renewable energy. We're building one of the largest solar panel manufacturing factories in the Western Hemisphere. Our 1.1 million‑square‑foot factory is currently in advanced stages of preparation in the Columbus, Ohio area. We’re seeking highly motivated team members to help the company grow from startup to a full‑scale, industry‑leading manufacturer with $1B–$2B expected annual revenue and over 1,200 employees in less than two years.

This will be a fast‑paced and exciting time in our history as we are building something great from the ground up here in central Ohio. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and ongoing career development opportunities. Come join our collaborative, people‑focused, and innovative workplace as we embark upon this unique and exciting journey!