Title: Sr. Environmental Specialist
Reports to: Manager - Environmental Health and Safety
Location: Lansing, MI
LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium ion polymer batteries and packs for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. Come join the leader in advanced EV batteries! www.lgenergymi.com
Summary
The Sr. Environmental Specialist will use their experience to anticipate, recognize, evaluate, and control hazards in the workplace and engage employees in the development of a strong EH&S culture. In this role, you will evaluate workplace compliance with regard to local, state and federal regulations. You will function as an expert resource to teams for consistent implementation of company EH&S standards and programs. You will perform jobsite auditing and conducts incident investigation. You also will conduct inspections and ensure compliance with applicable EH&S regulations and standards.
Responsibilities:
Support LG Energy Solution by managing the company’s permitting activities, including focusing on air (permits and compliance) but not limited to waste, storm water, wastewater permits and other reporting requirements
Assist with compiling all relevant information needed for completing facility permits
Collaborate with other groups and consultants as needed to ensure applications are completed/submitted accurately and on-time
Support others to ensure all permitting and reporting complies company standards and applicable Federal/State/Local and environmental regulations
Provide relevant data for completing reports and tracking
Communicate with federal, state and local agencies as necessary
Provide management with updates on application and reporting status
Understand government regulations as needed to complete tasks
Provide technical expertise for other team members in regards to environmental regulations
Provide leadership with an accurate budget for permitting and reporting related fees and activities
Provide permitting and reporting assistance to other LG Energy Solution sites as needed
Provide overall support within the Environmental team, as assigned
Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards:
Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain
Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science or related field required, MBA or MS preferred, or equivalent, relevant experience
Experience:
6+ years of experience in environmental reporting and regulatory experience
Skills:
Strong technical skills required to carry out complex permitting projects with minimal coaching
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and give direction to others
Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with both internal and external customers and regulatory agencies
Possess a strong sense of urgency and the ability
Ability to prioritize workflow based on specific deadlines
MS Office Suite
Problem solving and analytical skills
Possess a strong sense of urgency and the ability to multitask
Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support entire production team
Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support and work with HQ and global sites
Benefits Overview
- 100% employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision premium for you and your family
- 100% employer-paid disability and life insurance
- Employer supported childcare/babysitting programs
- Generous Paid Time Off / Holidays
- Opportunity to grow in diverse work environment with a global company
- 401k Retirement savings and planning with generous company match
LGESMI is an Equal Opportunity employer that values the diversity of its workforce. EEO
