Environmental Specialist
Environmental Specialist
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$ 80869 - 101087
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Job Description
Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.
GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry were inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. Were proud to play a part in protecting the worlds democracies. And were committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the worlds aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of 3.35 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.
Job Summary
We are seeking a knowledgeable and proactive Environmental Specialist to join our team at GKN Aerospace a growing aerospace and defense manufacturing company in Garden Grove CA. The successful candidate will ensure environmental compliance for GKN Aerospace manufacturing in Garden Grove implementing environmental policies and procedures per CA compliance to minimize the companys environmental impact. Key functions of the role will include daily oversight in chemical handling and hazardous waste management and disposal as well as storm water waste water and recycling programs. The Environmental Specialist will also maintain daily compliance logs for AQMD.
Job Responsibilities
- Manage training for chemical handling and labeling as well as hazardous waste management and disposal storm water waste water and recycling programs.
- Conduct training and education programs on environmental practices and compliance for 1st 2nd or 3rd shift operations.
- Conduct environmental impact assessments and assist in ISO 14001 compliance requirements and audit.
- Ensure compliance with AQMD permitting requirements.
- Monitor and ensure compliance with federal state and local environmental regulations.
- Prepare and submit environmental reports to regulatory agencies.
- Managing Chemical Safety Data Sheets.
- Collaborate with other departments to integrate environmental considerations into processes and projects.
- Stay updated on changes in environmental regulations and industry best practices.
- Investigate environmental incidents and develop corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Maintain accurate records of environmental compliance activities and incidents.
- Working directly with operations on production floor performing regular inspections to address any nonconformities and/or environmental concerns.
- Participate in daily Operations Tier meetings.
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor degree in Environmental Science Environmental Engineering or a related field of study.
- 3 years of experience in an Environmental role for manufacturing.
- 1 year of direct experience in Federal State and/or local California environmental regulations.
- Fluent in reading and writing strong interpersonal skills and ability to conduct effective training sessions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- U.S. Citizenship per ITAR regulations to comply with export compliance requirements
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong time management abilities deadline driven well organized and excellent attention to detail.
- Experience with ISO 14001 or similar environmental management systems.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Completed 40-hour HazWoper certification training.
- Certification in environmental management (e.g. CHMM REM) is preferred.
- Master degree in Environmental Health and Safety or related fields.
- Aerospace or Defense industry experience
- Familiarity with sustainability practices and initiatives.
- Experience in conducting environmental impact assessments.
- Knowledge of hazardous waste management principles and practices.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Compensation Data
Compensation range: $80869.00 - $101087.00
Well offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry who knows how far you can go
A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working
Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles weve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. Its a culture that won us The Best Workplace Culture Award. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.
Were also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.
We arethe place where human dreams plus humanendeavour shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.
Required Experience:
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Employment Type
Full Time
