Job Information
Bridgestone Americas Lead Environmental Engineer in Graniteville, South Carolina
Company Overview
Wherever you work and whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name you know that you are a valued teammate who is part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality.” We start by offering each teammate more than just a salary. We provide formal training, competitive performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build your future.
We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole selves to work and know they are supported. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you’re made of. Show us the smart stuff, the tough stuff, the bold, beautiful and brave stuff. Because who you are is what we need.
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee and is the U.S. subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone Americas and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.
Business Unit
BAMG - Aiken PSR
Management Level
Professional
Job Category
Legal, Compliance & Audit
Position Summary
Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, one of the world’s leading tire manufacturers, is seeking a Lead Environmental Engineer at the Aiken County PSR/LTR Plant.
In this role. you will be responsible for assuring ongoing plant compliance with all State, Federal, and Local environmental regulations / permits, and corporate guidelines, and ISO EMS Standards. More specifically, but not limited to, compliance with air permitting; wastewater, storm water, SPCC Management; SWPPP Management; Waste, Universal Waste, and Hazardous Waste
Management, etc.
This role will initiate and lead plans to ensure efficient and cost-effective strategies for environmental compliance & performance. The successful applicant will possess strong technical knowledge in environmental compliance, and manufacturing plant operations.
• Designing and administering environmental safety and pollution prevention
programs in accordance with organizations and regulatory agreements
• Conducting environmental studies and preparing environmental impact
reports for new construction projects, plant processes, and permits.
• Reviewing and analyzing environmental documentation issued by
regulatory agencies.
• Evaluating proposed regulations to determine financial, industrial, public,
and environmental impact.
• Working with external regulators to resolve compliance issues.
Responsibilities
Prepares permits and collects permit data associated with mining which include but are not limited to: Title V Air Permit, Industrial Wastewater Permits (NPDES) and Stormwater Permits.
Must develop relationships and develop support of plant staff which are integral to environmental compliance and special projects for air and wastewater quality, storm water management, greenhouse gas emissions, and environmental audits.
Respond to emergency situations such as spills and accidental discharges, calling for coordinating services of emergency, fire, and spill response teams (must be on-call at all times).
Will work in conjunction with various departments to find out about their future production plans and any changes they may decide.
Collects data and maintains required records on air emission inventories, discharge monitoring reports (DMR) and waste management.
Establish schedules and methods for providing environmental compliance and regulatory services.
Participate in new hire orientation training as it pertains to environmental requirements and review/update annual all employee refresher training as needed.
Lead Bridgestone Environmental Education Program (BEEP) and develop relationships for community involvement through the Environmental Learning Center (ELC) outdoor classroom.
Lead and maintain ISCC certification, South Carolina Environmental Excellence Program (EEP), Wildlife and Industry Together (W.A.I.T.), 100% Zero Waste to Landfill and South Carolina Solar Habitat Program (Certified Silver Level)
Lead and maintain ISO 14001 certifications.
Lead and manage on-site contractors responsible for waste and recycling handling and zero waste to landfill management, waste oil collection and
Lead and manage on-site contractor responsible for janitorial and process cleaning.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of 8 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and a master’s degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience
Must understand plant processes and associated waste streams. Be able to devise safe and cost-effective ways for waste collection, recycle, transportation and disposal of solid and hazardous waste.
Should have thorough knowledge of applicable air (Title V), waste (RCRA), and water (SPCC & SWPPP) regulations. applicable waste disposal regulations pertaining to air emissions, wastewater discharges.
Additional Information:
Optional work schedule – M-F (4 – 10-hour days)
Relocation package available along with medical, dental, 401k benefits.
We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals, and teams. If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage to apply!
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Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Employment Eligibility
If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.
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